Loyola Chicago's Miles Rubin broke the all-time career block record with his 177th block during an 80-67 loss to Colorado State. Despite his historic achievement, the Ramblers fell to a 1-4 record for the season. Coach Drew Valentine emphasized the need for improved effort and energy from his team. Although they struggled in the first half, Loyola managed to shoot over 71% in the second half but couldn't close the gap. They will face Northern Illinois next on November 21.

By the Numbers
  • Miles Rubin recorded his 177th career block, breaking a record that stood since the 1980s.
  • Loyola shot 25% in the first half but improved to 71% in the second half, finishing with 46.7% overall shooting.
Yes, But

While Rubin's record is a significant milestone, it does not overshadow the team's ongoing struggles and the need for a tactical and energetic turnaround to improve their performance.

State of Play
  • Loyola Chicago's basketball team currently has a record of 1-4.
  • The team displayed marked improvement in shooting percentage during the second half but still suffers from inconsistent performance overall.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Loyola Chicago will aim to bounce back against Northern Illinois on November 21 and will need to capitalize on their second-half shooting efficiency to secure a win.

Bottom Line

The Ramblers must harness more consistent effort and teamwork, as well as build on their recent shooting success, to shift the momentum of their season moving forward.