HAYTI – The second-rated Hamlin Chargers were potent from the perimeter on Tuesday night.

Hamlin knocked down 13 3-pointers to fuel a 77-38 Northeast Conference boys’ basketball win over Aberdeen Roncalli.

The Cavaliers kept the game close early on, trailing 14-11 after the first quarter, however, the Chargers took control in the second quarter, opening up a 40-24 halftime advantage.

While Hamlin pulled away, Roncalli coach Dan Gallagher said his team made the Chargers earn their points.

“They shot really well,” Gallagher said. “We competed all game and made them work for a lot of their shots, but they were able to execute well.”

Hamlin continued its offensive efficiency in the second half, while also holding the Cavaliers to 14 points.

“Their guards really make you work offensively and keep you spaced out on the perimeter, making it tough to get good looks,” Gallagher said. “We were hoping to get more three-point attempts, but they contested everything.”

Hamlin was led by Jackson Wadsworth with 19 points, including five 3-pointers, while Tyson Stevenson had 17 points. Easton Neuendorf totaled 15 points, while Evan Stormo had 10.

Keegan Stewart led the Cavaliers with 20 points.

Hamlin (10-2) travels to Sisseton on Thursday, while Roncalli (6-5) hosts Britton-Hecla on Thursday.

ABERDEEN RONCALLI (6-5): Maddox Miller 3 0-0 6, Caden Shelton 0 1-2 1, Keegan Stewart 8 3-4 20, Aiden Fisher 2 1-2 5, Parker Grieben 2 0-0 4, Brody Weinmeister 1 0-2 2, Bryson Olson 1 0-0 2. Totals 17 4-10 38.

HAMLIN (10-2): Easton Neuendorf 5 3-6 15, Jackson Wadsworth 5 4-6 19, Zac VanMeeteren 1 0-0 2, Tyson Stevenson 7 0-0 17, Evan Stormo 2 6-7 10, Dawson Noem 1 1-4 4, Turner Stevenson 2 1-2 7, Jamison Nebel 1 0-0 2, Boden Stevenson 1 1-3 3. Totals 25 16-28 77.

Aberdeen Roncalli 11 24 32 38

Hamlin 14 40 59 77

3-point field goals – Stewart; Wadsworth (5), Tyson Stevenson (3), Neuendorf (2), Turner Stevenson (2), Noem. Total fouls – Aberdeen Roncalli 20; Hamlin 14.