By Aries Ramos
The Belton Journal
The Lake Belton Lady Broncos wasted no time showing what kind of team they plan to be this season. In their debut Tuesday night, the Lady Broncos ran away with an 84–39 win over Killeen, turning defense into offense and energy into a statement victory.
Lake Belton opened the night with a flurry of fast-break points and full-court pressure that immediately threw Killeen off balance. The Lady Broncos scored 27 points in the opening quarter and never let up, pushing the pace and controlling the tempo from start to finish. Their defense set the tone, forcing turnovers on nearly every possession and converting them into points in transition.
By halftime, Lake Belton had built a commanding lead thanks to its swarming defense and ball movement. The offense was equally impressive. Lake Belton shot efficiently from the field and shared the ball, racking up more than 20 assists as nearly every player contributed to the scoring. The balanced attack kept Killeen on its heels and showcased just how deep this roster can be.
Guard Aniya Taylor led the effort with an all-around performance, scoring 21 points while also creating plays for teammates. Olivia Dann added 14 points and four steals, while Alexa King gave Lake Belton a strong presence inside with 12 points and multiple offensive rebounds.
Beyond the starting lineup, the bench made its presence felt as well. Erica Taylor provided steady leadership in the backcourt. Players Brylee Craddick and Dannika Kelley all delivered valuable minutes, helping maintain the team’s energy and keeping the offense flowing.
In total, Lake Belton dominated the paint, won the battle on the boards, and overwhelmed Killeen with pace and effort. But perhaps the most impressive aspect of the victory was how complete it felt.
The Lady Broncos will be back in action Nov. 13 at the Rouse Tournament, where they’ll look to keep building on their hot start.
