Blackhawks win over Ballard, Drexel

The Adrian Blackhawks opened their season with a bang as they hosted the Ballard Bulldogs last Thursday night. Adrian came out strong in the first half as they were able to put in 45 points and held the Bulldogs to a low 11. The Blackhawks showed some mercy in the second half as they posted another 22 points and allowed Ballard just 13. Adrian walked away with a 67-24 victory to open their 2007-2008 season.

Moving in to WEMO Conference Tournament action, the Blackhawks took on the Drexel Bobcats in their first round. Adrian had a tough time getting their game down in the first half and went in to halftime leading by just nine, 32-23. Moving into the second half, Adrian came out a new team on the court and ran the floor earning their 71-37 victory to move them in to the second round of the tournament.

Adrian will play at Drexel on Thursday night. Game time is set for 9:00 p.m.

Pictured: In the 71-37 win over the Drexel Bobcats Monday night, Adrian’s Tyler Lincoln, 15, shoots a short jump shot for two points while surrounded by Drexel defenders. Skyler Kariker, 30, looks on.