Tigers Cruise Past Boone
The ADM Tigers girls' basketball team delivered a commanding performance Friday night, overpowering Boone 57-19 in Raccoon River Conference action. The Tigers set the tone right from the opening whistle, capitalizing on a starting lineup infraction by Boone that allowed sophomore Alexis Maxwell to sink two free throws before the clock even started.
Fueled by this unique start, ADM jumped out to a 14-4 lead by the end of the first quarter, showcasing suffocating defense and efficient offense. The second quarter saw the Tigers hit their stride offensively, putting up an impressive 22 points while holding Boone to just nine. At halftime, ADM held a commanding 36-13 lead, with Maxwell already outpacing Boone on her own by scoring 16 first-half points.
ADM continued to dominate in the third quarter, outscoring Boone 14-2, thanks to stifling defense and balanced scoring. By the start of the fourth quarter, the Tigers had built a 50-15 lead and closed out the game with a 57-19 victory.
Game Summary
| Quarter | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boone | 4 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 19 |
| ADM | 14 | 22 | 14 | 7 | 57 |
Player Highlights
- Alexis Maxwell: The sophomore guard led the charge with 21 points, including a perfect 5-for-5 from the free-throw line, and added 4 three-pointers.
- Lauren Hagedorn: The junior forward contributed 13 points, showcasing her ability to score inside and rebound effectively.
- Ella Subbert: The freshman added 10 points to round out ADM's double-digit scorers.
Defensively, ADM forced 17 turnovers, tallied 15 steals, and controlled the boards with a combined 29 rebounds.