The Atlantic Trojans started a bit sluggish on Monday night but were able to dial in as the game moved along and pick up a Class 3A District Semifinal win over Denison-Schleswig 68-51 in Glenwood. The Trojans found themselves behind for a large portion of the first quarter but Logan Reilly stepped up in a huge way with 8 early points to help force a 17-all tie after one quarter. Reilly had 13 by the end of the first half and 16 for the game. Atlantic Head Coach Alan Jenkins said they knew he could be an effective part of the game plan.

Austin Alexander caught fire from outside in the third quarter, dropping in three triples in the period. Alexander led all scorers with 25 points on the night and after the game he said the team settled in to their game in the second quarter.

Grant Podhajsky also had a nice night with 8 points and 13 rebounds. Coach Jenkins said he likes the balance and output he has seen from his team down the stretch run.

Atlantic improves to 14-8 with the win and they will now face Glenwood in the District Final on Thursday night at 7:00pm. The Rams were 92-36 winners over ADM in the nightcap on Monday night. The Trojans and Rams split during the regular season with each winning on their home floor. We’ll have coverage of the game on Thursday night on KJAN with pregame at 6:50pm.

Denison was led by 13 points from Charlie Wiebers and 12 from Goanar Biliew. The Monarchs season ends with a 9-13 record.