Colorado Springs, CO - On Friday night, the Westminster Griffins Men's Basketball team ventured to Colorado Springs to face off against UCCS in a RMAC battle. Despite an impressive 22-point performance by Trey Wood, the Griffins fell short in their quest for a conference win, ultimately succumbing to a 81-76 defeat.

The Griffins fought hard throughout the game, trailing 33-37 at halftime but rallying with a strong second-half performance, scoring 43 points. Rylan O'Brien contributed significantly with 18 points, including three successful three-point shots. Notably, the Griffins dominated the paint, outscoring the Mountain Lions 42-24, but UCCS capitalized on outside shooting, hitting two more three-pointers to secure the victory.

Looking ahead, the Griffins are preparing for their next challenge as they head to Denver, Colorado, to take on Regis. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:00 PM, and fans can catch the action on the RMAC Network. Stay tuned for updates and follow the Griffins' journey on WestminsterGriffins.com for the latest news and updates on the Men's Basketball team.