Liberty Tree Academy gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Monday. They really took it to the Manzanola Bobcats for the full four quarters, racking up a 73-35 victory. The game was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 44-16.
Kaleb Mendez
| 12/01/25 vs Manzanola | 61% |
| 03/01/25 vs Miami-Yoder | 15% |
| 02/27/25 vs Pikes Peak Christian | 42% |
| 02/21/25 vs James Irwin | 28% |
| 02/18/25 @ Kiowa | 47% |
| + 9 more games |
Liberty Tree Academy got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Kaleb Mendez out in front who went 11-for-18 en route to 24 points and seven rebounds. What's more, Mendez also posted a 61% shooting accuracy, which is the highest he's achieved since back in January. Another player making a difference was Jaydence Smith, who almost dropped a double-double with 18 points and nine assists.
Liberty Tree Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 17 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in six consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Coming up, Liberty Tree Academy will take on Addenbrooke Classical Academy at 1:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Manzanola, they will welcome Arickaree at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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