Game Recap: Morningside (IA) 72, Mount Marty 50
December 14, 2024
Morningside defeated Mount Marty 72-50 in a Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) matchup. The Mustangs improved to 7-5 overall and 5-3 in conference play, while Mount Marty dropped to 6-7 overall and 0-7 in the GPAC.
First Quarter
The game started competitively, with Morningside holding a narrow 16-15 lead after the first quarter. Mount Marty relied on offensive rebounding, but Morningside's balanced scoring kept them ahead.
Second Quarter
Morningside took control in the second quarter, outscoring Mount Marty 21-8. Strong performances from Alexis Spier and Lily Vollertsen fueled the Mustangs' run. The Mustangs entered halftime with a commanding 37-23 lead.
Second Half
Morningside maintained their momentum in the third quarter, outpacing Mount Marty 22-15. Mount Marty showed flashes of improvement offensively but could not match Morningside's scoring depth. The final quarter saw both teams slow down offensively, with Morningside closing out the game comfortably.
Key Stats
- Field Goal Percentage:
- Morningside shot 44.1% from the field and 29.6% from three.
- Mount Marty struggled with 28.8% overall shooting and 33.3% from deep.
- Rebounds:
- Mount Marty edged out Morningside in rebounding, 38-37, but couldn't capitalize on second-chance opportunities.
- Turnovers:
- Mount Marty committed 28 turnovers, compared to Morningside's 17.
- Bench Points:
- Morningside's bench outscored Mount Marty's.
Notable Performances
Morningside (IA)
- Alexis Spier: 20 points (6-9 FG, 5-7 3PT), 4 rebounds
- Lily Vollertsen: 16 points, 7 rebounds
- Jaeden Webb: 8 points, 3 assists
Mount Marty
Mount Marty will play a couple of exhibition games before returning to GPAC play. The Lancers will play USD on December 18th and then head up to Sioux Falls to faceoff with Augustana on December 31st at 4 PM. Mount Marty will then be back in GPAC action when they travel to Briar Cliff on January 2nd tippling off at 6 PM.
