Boys Basketball Shoots Past Carroll

The ADM Tigers boys basketball team continued their hot start to the season, defeating Carroll 78-52 on Tuesday night in a Raccoon River Conference matchup. A strong second-quarter surge and consistent scoring carried ADM to their 3-0 overall record and 2-0 mark in conference play.

Competitive First Half Turns in ADM's Favor
The opening quarter was a back-and-forth battle with several lead changes. Carroll held a narrow 15-14 advantage after the first, with both teams trading baskets and showing offensive efficiency. The second quarter remained tight early, with the game tied at 23-23, before ADM took over.

Fueled by sharp shooting and quick ball movement, the Tigers closed the quarter on a dominant 13-2 run to grab a 36-25 lead heading into halftime. ADM's defense tightened up, forcing turnovers and limiting Carroll's second-chance opportunities.

Third Quarter Surge Opens the Game
The Tigers exploded out of the break, putting up 21 points in the third quarter to extend their lead to 57-37. Junior Hudson Lorensen led the charge offensively, hitting timely shots and finishing at the rim with precision. ADM's balanced attack and defensive pressure continued into the fourth, as they added another 21 points to seal the commanding victory.

Key Performers

• Hudson Lorensen delivered a stellar performance, leading all scorers with 33 points on an efficient 14-for-20 shooting, including three three-pointers and a perfect 2-for-2 from the free-throw line.
• Hudson Shull contributed 16 points, knocking down four three-pointers while adding four rebounds and three assists.
• Trey Bryte added a strong all-around performance with 13 points, 10 rebounds, and 9 assists, narrowly missing a triple-double.

Team Effort Fuels Victory
ADM's dominance was evident across the stat sheet:

• The Tigers shot 55% from the field (32-for-58) and hit 11 three-pointers.
• ADM outrebounded Carroll 35-24, with Bryte leading the effort on the glass.
• The Tigers also dished out 18 assists, showcasing their unselfish ball movement and offensive efficiency.

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What's Next?
With the win, ADM improves to 3-0 overall and 2-0 in the Raccoon River Conference as they travel to Winterset on Friday.