Cate never recovered from a slow first quarter and lost to Thacher on Wednesday 62-52.
The Toads outscored the Rams 18-8 in the opening frame with high pressure and energy. From there, the two teams played completely even.
Max Wankner poured in 26 points for Cate (11-7, 7-4), which finishes up its regular season on Friday at home against Dunn.
Austin Gallegos, Kyle Mayfield and Spencer Shapiro added six points each for Cate.
