#1 Carter Dethrones Defending Champ Kennedale in 4A-D2 Playoffs

The #1 ranked Carter Cowboys delivered a statement performance against the defending state champion Kennedale Wildcats in the 4A-Division 2 playoffs. From the opening tip, Carter was the aggressor, utilizing the athleticism of Kaiden Eason and Landen Higgs to build an early advantage. Eason dominated inside with an and-1 and a dunk, while Higgs used his speed to score off the dribble. Despite a three-pointer from Kennedale's AJ Brown, the Cowboys took an 18-point lead into halftime. In the second half, Amarion Hunter kept the momentum going, finishing with 21 points to lead Carter to a decisive 76-58 victory. The win propels Carter into the state semifinals for a matchup against Brock.