Miami-Yoder was the 47-41 winner over Liberty Tree Academy when they last played one another back in March of 2025, but their luck changed this time around. The Buffaloes took a 47-36 hit to the loss column at the hands of the War Eagles on Saturday. The Buffaloes have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Robert Book
| 01/17/26 vs Liberty Tree Academy | 6 |
| 01/16/26 @ Elbert | 2 |
| 01/10/26 vs Bethune | 14 |
Despite the defeat, Miami-Yoder saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Robert Book posted eight points and six steals. Book is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in each of the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Jordan Hume, who put up seven points and 13 boards.
Wesley Rains went supernovafor Liberty Tree Academy, dropping a double-double with 20 points and 17 rebounds. Those 20 points gave Rains a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Sean Oliver, who scored eight points and three steals.
Miami-Yoder suffered their first home loss, dropping their record down to 3-5. As for Liberty Tree Academy, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-3.
Looking ahead, Miami-Yoder will be playing at home against Pikes Peak Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Liberty Tree Academy, they will head out to square off against Simla at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The War Eagles' defense better be ready for this one: the Cubs have averaged an impressive 60.8 points per game this season.
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