Buford was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss dating back to last season. They fell 59-51 to the Catawba Ridge Copperheads. The Yellow Jackets lost against the Copperheads in their previous head to head back in December of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 90-17 score last time.
Catawba Ridge was led to victory by Mark Caslaru and Isaiah Thomas. Caslaru shot 55% from the field on his way to 20 points along with seven boards and three blocks, while Thomas went 6-for-10 en route to 15 points in addition to six rebounds and three steals. That's the most steals Thomas has posted since back in December of 2024. Seth Oparah was another key player, putting up five points and three steals.
Buford's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Catawba Ridge, their victory ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Buford will face off against Chester at 7:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Catawba Ridge, they will square off against Forestview at 7:45 p.m. on Friday.
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