Game Recap: Mount Marty 93, Waldorf 51

January 4, 2025

Mount Marty dominated from start to finish, overpowering Waldorf with a commanding 93-51 victory. The Lancers' high shooting efficiency, strong defense, and rebounding prowess paved the way for their impressive performance.

Game Flow

First Quarter
Mount Marty set the tone early, outscoring Waldorf 21-11 with balanced scoring and solid defensive pressure. Alexus Motley and Sidney Thue established themselves as key contributors, combining for 15 points in the opening frame.

Second Quarter
The Lancers extended their lead with a 24-9 second quarter. Their defense held Waldorf to just 32.1% shooting for the game, while their offense capitalized on turnovers and transition opportunities.

Third Quarter
Mount Marty erupted for 30 points in the third quarter, showcasing their offensive depth. Their reserves contributed significantly, led by Leah Williams' sharp shooting from beyond the arc.

Fourth Quarter
With the game well in hand, the Lancers rotated their lineup, but their defensive intensity didn't waver. Waldorf managed their highest scoring quarter with 17 points but couldn't cut into the deficit.

Key Stats

• Field Goal Percentage:
  • Waldorf: 32.1% (17-53)
  • Mount Marty: 61.0% (36-59)
• Three-Point Shooting:
  • Waldorf: 25.0% (3-12)
  • Mount Marty: 45.0% (9-20)
• Rebounds:
  • Waldorf: 24
  • Mount Marty: 39
• Assists:
  • Waldorf: 10
  • Mount Marty: 27
• Turnovers:
  • Waldorf: 19
  • Mount Marty: 17

Notable Performances

Mount Marty

• Alexus Motley: 22 points, 8 rebounds, 9-11 FG
• Sidney Thue: 15 points, 10 rebounds, 6-7 FG
• Signe Bang: 15 points, 3 assists, 2-3 3PT
• Leah Williams: 9 points, 3-4 3PT

Waldorf

• Brooke Dial: 25 points, 7-7 FT, 8-20 FG
• Edosa Ogbemudia: 8 points, 7 rebounds, 3-9 FG
• Charlotte Mills: 8 points off the bench, 3-6 FG

Game Summary

Mount Marty put together a near-flawless performance, excelling on both ends of the floor. Their efficient offense, led by standout performances from Alexus Motley and Sidney Thue, and their relentless defense overwhelmed Waldorf. The Lancers' reserves also shone, contributing 30 points off the bench.

With this victory, Mount Marty improved to 7-8 (1-8 in conference), while Waldorf fell to 4-10 (2-7 in conference). Both teams will look to build on lessons from this game as the season progresses.