After going 12-10 a season ago, the CAM Cougars Boys Basketball Team is looking to their upswing. the 2023-24 season was their second consecutive 12-win season. However, last season, the Cougars beat Glidden-Ralston in the first round of the playoffs. This year, the Cougars might have the tools to go further as they are returning a large part of their roster including their top two scorers. Head Coach Ian Hunt is extremely excited about the possibilities this new season provides.

Colin Bower led CAM last year, averaging a double-double with 13.7 points and 10.4 rebounds per game while shooting over 44% from the floor. Chase Jahde wasn’t far behind, as he averaged 13.5 points per game and shot at a 37% clip last year. Both returners bring size and athleticism to the table, and Hunt says they are on track after the team’s first week.

In addition to Bower and Jahde, numerous Cougars have improved over the offseason and have the potential for a breakout season.

The Cougars finished fifth in the Rolling Valley Conference with an 8-8 record last season. In a conference of nine, this cracks into the top half of the conference. This year, hunt wants to see his team be in the thick of conference battles while seeing continual improvement throughout the season.

With the season fast approaching, Hunt and his team can’t wait to hit the floor in their season opener against Griswold.

The Cougars season opener against the Tigers Tips-off at 7:30 pm on Monday.