Concordia (Neb.) Defeats Mount Marty in Strong Offensive Display

Concordia (Neb.) secured a convincing victory over Mount Marty with a final score of 77-57 on December 6, 2023. 

Early Momentum: In a closely contested first half, both teams displayed competitive spirits. However, Concordia managed to secure a slight lead with efficient shooting and defensive maneuvers.

Concordia's Offensive Onslaught: In the second half, Concordia intensified their offensive efforts, leveraging their shooting accuracy to pull away from Mount Marty. Led by Taysha Rushton's stellar performance with 22 points and Abby Krieser's contributions of 17 points, Concordia surged ahead, dominating the court and extending their lead.

Mount Marty's Resilience: Mount Marty showcased resilience through Kaela Martinez's impressive performance, leading her team's scoring with 24 points. Despite their efforts, they couldn't overcome Concordia's strong offensive display.

Team Statistics: Concordia exhibited remarkable efficiency, shooting 39.5% from the field and showcasing their prowess from beyond the arc with 11 successful three-pointers. They also capitalized on free throws, shooting at 60.0%.

Closing Moments: Mount Marty battled hard throughout the game but was unable to bridge the scoring gap created by Concordia's commanding performance. Despite their efforts, Concordia's consistency and offensive firepower secured them a comfortable victory.

Looking Ahead:  Mount Marty aims to regroup and bounce back stronger in their next contest on December 9th when they travel to Mitchell to faceoff with DWU at 2 PM.