Yuma lost against Merino back in February of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The match between the Yuma Outlaws and the Merino Rams didn't end well, with the Yuma Outlaws falling 48-34. While losing is never fun, the Outlaws can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Colorado basketball rankings (they are ranked 91st, while the Rams are ranked 15th).
Despite the loss, Yuma saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Taryn Sheffield posted nine points in addition to five assists and five rebounds.
Yuma has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-7 record this season. As for Merino, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 12-0.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Yuma will venture away from home to challenge Frontier Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Yuma is facing Frontier Academy at the right time seeing as Frontier Academy is stuck on a six-game losing streak. Merino has already played their next game (against Caliche), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.
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