Utopia was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They fell 55-46 to the Sabinal Yellowjackets. The Buffaloes were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Yellowjackets apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2024.
Jett Smothers
| 12/13/25 vs Sabinal | 3 |
| 12/12/25 vs Comstock | 8 |
| 12/12/25 vs Varsity Opponent | 6 |
| 12/11/25 vs Vanguard Christian | 2 |
| 12/09/25 @ Charlotte | 10 |
| + 7 more games |
When it comes to explaining why Utopia lost, don't look at Jett Smothers. Despite the final result, he posted 14 points along with six rebounds and three steals. Smothers has been hot for a while, having posted two or more steals the last 12 times he's played. Darren Lackey was another key player, putting up six points in addition to nine boards and three steals.
Utopia's loss dropped their record down to 7-9. As for Sabinal, their win bumped their record up to 8-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Utopia will head out to square off against Nueces Canyon at 2:30 p.m. on Friday. The Buffaloes will be up against the Panthers' rather soft defense (which has allowed 66.33 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Sabinal, they will venture away from home to face off against Ingram Moore at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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