Smith Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They opened the new year with a less-than-successful 47-39 loss to the Tri-Township Tigers.
Judah Smith
| 01/02/26 @ Elwood | 18% |
| 12/03/25 @ Eastside | 19% |
| 12/11/25 @ Oak Farm Montessori | 25% |
| 12/09/25 vs Noble-Whitley Warriors | 28% |
| 12/13/25 @ Clinton Christian | 29% |
Despite the defeat, Smith Academy saw an underclassman step up: freshman Judah Smith almost dropped a double-double with 28 points and nine rebounds. Smith also set a new season-high mark in field goal percentage with 58%.
Tri-Township found their leader in sophomore Breckon Ramirez, who shot 50% from the field on his way to 15 points and eight boards. Ramirez has become a key player for the Tigers: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least 15 points, but 1-7 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Ethan Dailey, who posted eight points and 13 rebounds.
Smith Academy's loss dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Tri-Township, their record now sits at 3-8.
Smith Academy has already played their next matchup, a 56-35 defeat against Hamilton on the 6th. As for Tri-Township, they will welcome Washington Township at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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