Exeter extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 1-9. They were outmatched by the School of the Ozarks Patriots and fell 70-21. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Patriots this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 52-21 back in December of 2025.
As for School of the Ozarks, the win got them back to even at 5-5. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
School of the Ozarks was led to victory by Canaan Thomas and Timba Saffle. Thomas dropped a double-double with 14 points and 17 boards, while Saffle went 6-for-11 to rack up 17 points and four steals. Those 17 rebounds gave Thomas a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Isaac Hampsch, who posted nine points and seven boards.
Looking ahead, Exeter will take on New Heights Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for School of the Ozarks, they have already played their next matchup, a 70-31 victory against Verona on the 12th.
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