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DECORAH — Decorah boys basketball dominated the Dubuque Hempstead Mustangs in a 73-57 victory on Tuesday, December 3. The game, played away from home court, showcased an exceptional team performance and a strong beginning to the season, highlighted by junior Cael LaFrentz's stellar night. LaFrentz was nearly unstoppable, pouring in a game-high 37 points, including a flawless 7-for-7 from the free-throw line. He added nine rebounds, three blocks and three offensive boards, supporting the Viking gameplay on both ends of the court. The Vikings at large set the tone early, outscoring the Mustangs 23-16 in the first quarter and extending their lead to 43-32 by halftime. Senior Zachary Driscoll contributed significantly with 18 points on 8-of-13 shooting, including two three-pointers, while dishing out eight assists without a single turnover. Decorah's defense intensified in the second half, holding Hempstead to just 12 points in the third quarter. Junior Tanner Caddell chipped in six points, going 2-for-3 from the field—including a three-pointer—and senior Noah Milburn grabbed seven rebounds and added a block to stifle the Mustangs' offense. Another notable performance included senior Jackson Pipho with four assists. With their balanced gameplay strategy, the Vikings proved too much for the Mustangs to overcome. Decorah (1-0) will look to extend their winning streak on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 7:30 PM, when they host Western Dubuque at Decorah High School. Stay ahead of the curve! Subscribe to free newsletters for exclusive insights, local trends and analysis delivered straight to your inbox.

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Decorah Boys Basketball Season Opens with Victory Over Dubuque Hempstead