The Clinton Redwolves entered Friday night's matchup with a chip on their shoulder, eager to avenge an early season loss to the Ida Bluestreaks. After a slow start, the Redwolves turned things around, showcasing their strength in the second half to pull away with a 55-41 victory.

Ida jumped out to an early lead, taking advantage of several trips to the free-throw line in the opening quarter. The Bluestreaks' ability to capitalize from the charity stripe helped them build a 12-8 advantage by the end of the first period.

However, Clinton wasn’t about to let the game slip away. Senior Jalen Stelzer put the team on his back in the second quarter, scoring at will and leading the Redwolves on an impressive run. Stelzer’s offensive outburst helped Clinton flip the script, and the Redwolves went into halftime with a 22-20 lead.

The momentum carried into the third quarter, where Clinton dominated both ends of the court. The Redwolves outscored Ida 17-8 in the period, with Stelzer continuing to lead the charge. The offense was clicking, while the defense put the clamps on the Bluestreaks, forcing several turnovers and limiting their scoring opportunities.

By the time the fourth quarter rolled around, Clinton had built a comfortable lead. The Redwolves never looked back, finishing off the game with a strong 55-41 win.

Stelzer finished with a game-high 24 points, leading all scorers. Andy Fair and Calen Keith each added 9 points, contributing to a balanced offensive effort.

The victory not only marked an important rebound for the Redwolves after that earlier loss to Ida, but it also set the stage for another crucial league matchup next Tuesday. Clinton will look to continue its momentum as they face Hillsdale in a game where they’ll be seeking redemption for an earlier defeat this season.