The Air Force Falcons, using a compact matchup zone defense, have taken a 30-26 lead over the Washington State Cougars at halftime in the final game of the Washington State Cougar Hispanic College Fund Challenge Sunday.
The Falcons, behind the long-range shooting of center Keith Maren -- who has 11 points and is 3-3 from beyond the arc -- surged to a 25-20 lead late in the half on 50% shooting from the field.
The Falcons' trapping pressure defense has resulted in 7 Cougar turnovers, 4 by guard Rochestie Taylor. Guard Kyle Weaver leads the Cougars with 8 points and 5 rebounds. Derrick Low is scoreless on 0-4 shooting from the field.
