Homer was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took a 48-39 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Cortland Purple Tigers. While losing is never fun, the Trojans can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' New York basketball rankings (they are ranked 582nd, while the Purple Tigers are ranked 170th).
Cortland's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Iniko Abani, who posted 12 points along with six rebounds and three steals. Those 12 points gave Abani a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Jaxson Gambitta, who had eight points and 11 boards.
Homer's loss dropped their record down to 3-11. As for Cortland, their win bumped their record up to 13-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Homer will face off against East Syracuse-Minoa at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for Cortland, they will challenge Mexico at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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