RESERVE, WI — From the opening tip to the final buzzer, the Lac Courte Oreilles (LCO) Migiziwag controlled the floor, putting on an offensive clinic to secure an emphatic 75–38 victory over the Bad River Ojibwe School.
Driven by intense defensive pressure and high-octane transition play, LCO set the tempo early and never looked back, delivering a complete performance in front of an energetic home crowd.
Fast Start Sets the Tone
LCO wasted no time asserting dominance. Behind crisp ball movement and aggressive court coverage, the Eagles sprinted out of the gates, forcing early turnovers and converting them into easy points on the break. Bad River struggled to find a rhythm against LCO’s suffocating defense, finding few open looks from the perimeter.
By halftime, LCO had built a commanding 43–15 lead, turning the game into a showcase of disciplined execution and fast-break basketball.
"We wanted to come out with high intensity from the first whistle, set the tempo, and take control of the glass. The energy in the first half set the foundation for the entire game."
Key Game Highlights
Suffocating First-Half Defense: LCO held Bad River to just 15 points through two quarters while pouring in 43 of their own.
Transition Dominance: Turnover-fueled fast breaks accounted for a major chunk of LCO’s first-half surge.
Balanced Scoring: LCO saw contributions from across the roster, keeping fresh legs on the floor and maintaining a relentless pace in the second half.
Bad River's Resilience: Despite the heavy deficit, Bad River fought back in the second half, finding success driving into the paint and creating second-chance opportunities.
Closing It Out
Bad River adjusted after the break, showing flashes of offense and fighting hard on the boards, but the first-half deficit proved too steep to climb. LCO continued to move the ball effectively in the second half, managing the clock while keeping the scoring engine humming to close out the victory. A pitch ahead to Kingston Frey for a thunderous dunk capped off the game and locked in the 37 point victory.
With this dominant 75–38 win, Lac Courte Oreilles sends a strong message as they carry momentum into their next matchup.
Top Performer of the Game
Carmine Songetay was selected as the top performer of the game, he finished with
