Aplington-Parkersburg Falcons rally to defeat Hampton-Dumont-CAL

The #7 (2A) Falcons erased an 11-point deficit to win 64-53 on the road

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The #7 (2A) Aplington-Parkersburg boys basketball team overcame an 11-point deficit in the fourth quarter to defeat Hampton-Dumont-CAL 64-53 on Thursday. The Bulldogs built their lead behind strong inside play from Brady Harr and timely three-pointers, but the Falcons used full-court pressure to force turnovers and get back into the game. A reverse layup by Cole Brouwer and a free throw by Benny Waller gave Aplington-Parkersburg the lead late, and they sealed the victory at the free throw line.

Why it matters

This comeback win shows the resilience of the Aplington-Parkersburg team, who were able to rally from a significant deficit on the road against a tough Hampton-Dumont-CAL squad. The Falcons' ability to adjust their defensive strategy and get key contributions from multiple players was crucial in securing the victory.

The details

The Bulldogs built an 11-point lead in the second half behind the inside presence of Brady Harr and outside shooting from Hunter Rieken and Tramaine Horton. However, the Falcons ramped up their full-court pressure, forcing turnovers that led to transition baskets. A reverse layup by Cole Brouwer and a free throw by Benny Waller gave Aplington-Parkersburg the lead late in the fourth quarter. The Falcons then sealed the game at the free throw line.

  • The Bulldogs led by as many as 11 points in the second half.
  • Aplington-Parkersburg took the lead with 1:51 remaining in the fourth quarter.

The players

Brady Harr

A key interior presence for Hampton-Dumont-CAL who scored a team-high 17 points.

Cole Brouwer

An Aplington-Parkersburg player who hit a crucial reverse layup to cut the deficit to one possession.

Benny Waller

The Aplington-Parkersburg player who hit a free throw to give his team the lead late in the fourth quarter.

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What they’re saying

“Credit to Hampton-Dumont-CAL for their effort and how hard their kids played and their execution. They shot the ball very well early. We did not shoot it very well. They were physical with our guards. Limited us there, but we went to the zone in a little more of a pressing full court, try to just speed them up or make them make some decisions. We were able to get some turnovers, get some run out layups.”

— Aaron Thomas, Head Coach (radioonthego.com)

What’s next

Hampton-Dumont-CAL will conclude the regular season on Friday at #7 (3A) Clear Lake.

The takeaway

This comeback victory showcases the resilience and adaptability of the Aplington-Parkersburg Falcons, who were able to overcome a significant deficit by adjusting their defensive strategy and getting key contributions from multiple players. The win highlights the team's ability to persevere and find a way to win, even when facing adversity on the road.