YUMA, Ariz. - The Arizona Western men's basketball team (11-5,1-0) look to stay undefeated in ACCAC play and also build on their hard fought win over Central Arizona to begin the 2026 portion of the schedule. The Matadors travel to Cochise College (10-7, 0-2) for a pivotal ACCAC matchup between two teams looking to steady their form. The Matadors just snapped a three-game losing skid, while Cochise has dropped four of its last five.

About Arizona Western

Arizona Western brings a more controlled, defense-first approach into the matchup. Over the last five games, the Matadors have averaged 74.2 points per game while allowing 76.6, leaning on discipline and pace control to keep opponents in check. Coming off a confidence-boosting victory that halted a three-game slide, AWC aims to build momentum and reinforce its standing at the top of the ACCAC.

• Recent form: 2-3 in the last five; snapped a three-game losing streak with a win over Central Arizona. • Scoring/Defense (last five): 74.2 PPG scored, 76.6 PPG allowed. • Balanced attack: #4 Matt Anglo (13.3 PPG) leads the way, with #10 Marsai Mason (13.2 PPG), #2 Engel Gutierrez (12.6 PPG) and Mario Brunetto (10.2 PPG) providing key support. • Strengths: Defensive organization, pace control, and frontcourt presence with Brunetto complementing the backcourt.

About Cochise College

Cochise enters with a high-octane offense that has put up 86.0 points per game over its last five outings, but defensive lapses have been costly, with 85.8 points allowed in that span. The Apaches have lost four of their last five, including the last two, with several close finishes highlighting a need to close games more effectively. Their potent backcourt trio can flip a game quickly if they find rhythm.

• Recent form: 1-4 in the last five, with multiple close losses. • Scoring/Defense (last five): 86.0 PPG scored, 85.8 PPG allowed. • Guard-driven firepower: #10 Emmanuel Jo Samuel (17.0 PPG), #25 Teron Murray (16.6 PPG), and #12 Davon Jones (13.8 PPG). • Keys: Push tempo, create open-court opportunities, and finish late-game possessions.

How to Watch

• Tip off is scheduled for 7:30pm and you can watch the livestream here.

You can also visit www.awcmatadors.com and click the video button on the schedule