Preaster scored 29 points on 12-of-20 shooting from the floor, while dishing out the game winning assist on a 3-pointer that completed Houghton's comeback win over previously unbeaten and nationally ranked Case Western Reserve; a Sweet 16 team in the 2024 NCAA Division III Tournament and the back-to-back champs of the UAA. Preaster moved into tenth place on the Highlander's All-Time scoring list (1,137 career points). On Wednesday, he stuffed the stat sheet against SUNY Morrisville, posting 10 points, a career high 17 rebounds, and six assists as the Houghton defeated the Mustangs, 81-65.