COS Men’s Basketball Picks Up Back-to-Back Wins on the Road
RIDGECREST, Calif. – College of the Sequoias Men's Basketball team extended their winning streak to three, over the weekend, securing back-to-back wins to improve to 6-2 on the season. The Giants opened their road trip with a 95-60 rout of Victor Valley on Saturday before following it up with a strong all-around performance in a 79-50 win over Cerro Coso on Sunday.
The wins featured standout playmaking from multiple contributors, including a 15-assist performance from Mason Dorsey (Crespi HS) and a near double-double from Cameron Kelly (Georgia), as COS continued to showcase its depth, rebounding, and a balanced scoring attack.
COS 95, Victor Valley 60 (Saturday, Nov. 29)
The Giants came out fast and never looked back in a 95-60 win over Victor Valley. The Giants dominated the glass (57-32), including 27 offensive rebounds. They also hit 13 threes, and had five players score in double figures.
Sophomore guard Cameron Kelly led the way with 15 points and 7 rebounds, while Jayden Abuyen (Centennial HS) added 14 points, 8 boards, and 3 steals. Kion Hayes (Georgia) chipped in 14 points, knocking down four threes, including 5 rebounds and Qshawn Ongele (Oregon) also finished with 15 points on five made triples.
Dorsey grabbed a game-high 12 rebounds and dished out 7 assists. The Giants' defensive pressure and fast tempo overwhelmed Victor Valley early, building a 19-point halftime lead and never allowing the Rams back into the game.
"We were able to set the tone with our pace and get second chance opportunities with how we attacked the glass," said Head Coach Dallas Jensen. "Really proud of our bench production and how we stayed locked in across both halves."
COS 79, Cerro Coso 50 (Sunday, Nov. 30)
Less than 24 hours later, the Giants returned to the court and showed no signs of fatigue, controlling both halves in a 79-50 win over Cerro Coso.
Sophomore guard Mason Dorsey delivered an all-around performance with 15 points, 15 assists, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals while directing a COS offense that shot 52% from the field and recorded 24 assists as a team.
Kion Hayes led the bench with 12 points and three triples, while Cameron Kelly added 10 points. Jayden Abuyen also scored 10, and Zaquien Whitehead (Georgia) was strong in the paint with 8 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 blocks.
COS held Cerro Coso to just 31% shooting and didn't allow a made three-pointer. The defensive effort, paired with a fast-paced offense and unselfish ball movement, allowed the Giants to close out the road trip.
"Back-to-back games are never easy, especially with quick turnarounds and travel," said Jensen. "But we played together, moved the ball, and brought toughness to the defensive end. That's how we want to compete."
Next Up
College of the Sequoias (6-2) returns to action next Friday, December 12, at the Coach Carr Classic at San Jose City College. They will take on San Jose City at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, and College of the Siskiyous on Saturday, December 13 at 12:00 p.m. Following the road trip, the Giants will return home at the College of the Sequoias Classic on Friday, December 19 when they take on Orange Coast and Butte College on Saturday, December 20.
Team Stats
Victor Valley
| Game Statistics | Sequoias | Victor Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (33-83) | (14-46) |
| Field Goal % | 39.8% | 30.4% |
| Rebounds | 57 | 32 |
| Assists | 24 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 20 |
Cerro Coso
| Game Statistics | Sequoias | Cerro Coso |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (29-56) | (15-48) |
| Field Goal % | 51.8% | 31.3% |
| Rebounds | 30 | 37 |
| Assists | 24 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 20 |
