By Michael Adams
Austin Sports Journal

SAN ANTONIO — Dallas Lincoln left little doubt in Friday night’s UIL Class 4A Division II girls basketball state championship game.

The Tigers used a relentless defensive effort and a balanced scoring attack to pull away early and defeat Fredericksburg 77–49 at the Alamodome, capturing the state title.

Lincoln (29-8) forced turnovers, dominated the glass and turned transition opportunities into points throughout the night, building a 20-point halftime lead and never allowing Fredericksburg back into the game.

The Tigers took control in the opening quarter behind hot shooting and aggressive defense. Lincoln shot 53 percent in the first quarter and knocked down four three-pointers to build a 22-12 lead.

Fredericksburg briefly stayed within reach early, but Lincoln’s pressure defense began to take over in the second quarter. The Tigers capitalized on turnovers and second-chance opportunities to extend the lead to 42-22 by halftime.

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Senior Lanae Dallas led the Tigers with 23 points, while Ar’Jayla Elder added 18 points and a game-high 12 rebounds to pace Lincoln’s attack.

Lincoln also received strong contributions from Bralyah Miller, who scored 11 points, and Baylee Thomas, who added six points and helped trigger the Tigers’ transition offense.

The Tigers continued to control the tempo in the third quarter, pushing the lead to as many as 30 points before closing out the championship.

Fredericksburg (31-9) was led by Rilyn Grona with 17 points. Brylee Frantzen added 10 points and Micaella Petty chipped in nine.

Despite the loss, the game marked a historic season for the Battlin’ Billies, who reached the state championship game for the first time in program history.

Head coach Carrie Grona said the physical play and Lincoln’s depth made the difference.

“We didn’t do a very good job defensively on them,” Grona said. “That’s a loaded team with all five players out there.”

Still, Grona praised her team’s historic run and the support from the Fredericksburg community.

“It just shows how much our town cares about us and how big of an accomplishment it was,” she said. “I’m so proud of all of our girls.”

Box score

	1	2	3	4	F
Dallas Lincoln	22	20	21	14	77
Fredericksburg	12	10	17	10	49

Dallas Lincoln (29-8): Lanae Dallas 23, Ar’Jayla Elder 18, Bralyah Miller 11, Baylee Thomas 6, Jamayka Larmond 4, Jada Patterson 3, Sanai Lewis 3, Alyssa Weaver 3, Jayla Culton 2, Lela Jones 2, Braleigh Castle 2.

Fredericksburg (31-9): Rilyn Grona 17, Brylee Frantzen 10, Micaella Petty 9, Nora Schoessow 4, Izzy Reeh 3, Ryan Griffin 3, Madalyn Kovar 3.

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