Game Recap: Dordt (IA) 84, Mount Marty 69

January 11, 2025

In a competitive matchup, Mount Marty fell short against Dordt University, 84-69. Despite a strong second-half effort, the Defenders' efficiency and depth proved too much for the Lancers to overcome. Dordt improved to 17-1 (9-1 conference), while Mount Marty dropped to 7-9 (4-6 conference).

Game Flow

First Half
Dordt's defense and quick offensive execution allowed them to establish a 34-20 lead at halftime. Mount Marty struggled with turnovers and couldn't find consistent scoring, shooting just 41.9% from the field. Dordt's Lucas Lorenzen led the way with key buckets and strong rebounding.

Second Half
Mount Marty improved offensively, scoring 49 points in the second half behind a balanced scoring effort. However, Dordt matched their intensity, scoring 50 second-half points to maintain their double-digit lead. Jake Proctor's sharpshooting and Dordt's ability to capitalize on Mount Marty's turnovers sealed the victory.

Key Stats

• Field Goal Percentage:
  • Mount Marty: 41.9% (26-62)
  • Dordt: 50.8% (32-63)
• Three-Point Shooting:
  • Mount Marty: 40.0% (6-15)
  • Dordt: 28.6% (8-28)
• Rebounds:
  • Mount Marty: 37 (12 offensive)
  • Dordt: 35 (9 offensive)
• Assists:
  • Mount Marty: 14
  • Dordt: 17
• Turnovers:
  • Mount Marty: 12
  • Dordt: 6

Notable Performances

Mount Marty

• Tash Lunday: 17 points, 13 rebounds, 6-14 FG
• Brandon Garcia: 14 points, 5 rebounds, 4-4 FT
• Damon Opdahl: 12 points, 4-5 3PT
• Tyler Sandoval: 9 points, 4 rebounds, 4-5 FG

Dordt

• Lucas Lorenzen: 17 points, 9 rebounds, 7-17 FG
• Jake Proctor: 17 points, 7-10 FG, 3-6 3PT
• Connor Millikan: 15 points, 6-7 FT, 3 rebounds
• Bryce Coppock: 11 points, 2-6 3PT