BOYS BASKETBALL: Despite several departures, Columbia plans to contend for titles again

  • Columbia forward Charleston Ponds pushes the ball up the floor against Wildwood during Tuesday’s preseason game. (JORDAN KROEGER/Lake City Reporter)
    Columbia forward Charleston Ponds pushes the ball up the floor against Wildwood during Tuesday’s preseason game. (JORDAN KROEGER/Lake City Reporter)

    How do you replace your top three guards that led you to the Final Four?

    Well you don’t, but make no mistake — Columbia plans to be competitive again this season.

    Maybe even better than you think.

    Darrie…