Cortland's game last Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Homer Trojans by a score of 48-39. Given the Purple Tigers' advantage in MaxPreps' New York basketball rankings (they are ranked 170th, while the Trojans are ranked 582nd), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Iniko Abani
| 02/11/25 @ Homer | 12 |
| 01/20/25 vs Oswego | 11 |
| 12/20/24 vs Skaneateles | 11 |
| 02/10/25 @ Westhill | 9 |
| 12/28/24 vs Homer | 8 |
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Cortland to victory, but perhaps none more so than Iniko Abani, who posted 12 points in addition to 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.
Cortland's victory bumped their record up to 13-4. As for Homer, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests, which has put a noticeable dent in their 3-11 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cortland will venture away from home to face off against Mexico at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for Homer, they will head out to take on East Syracuse-Minoa at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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