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LOVB Spotlight: Adams surpasses major milestone amid Friendswood's imposing start
It’s a milestone built on seasons of discreet command — not just her nearly 500 assists and 120-plus digs this fall, but the way she’s orchestrated the Mustangs’ offense with consistency and control throughout her career.
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Now, with Friendswood off to a 20-7 start and Adams again at the helm, the story may only be getting started.
She’s been a consistent facilitator for the Mustangs, guiding them through a challenging schedule that has included signature wins over McKinney North, Hebron, Manvel, Shadow Creek, and St. John’s. Her impact goes beyond the stats, though her production remains among the best in the region.
A first-team, all-district selection a season ago, Adams announced her commitment to the U.S. Naval Academy in March — a testament to her discipline on and off the court.
She also benefits from the additional fire-power that Coach Sarah Paulk brings to the floor – including Nadi’ya Shelby (Florida-commit), Haley Patton (North Dakota), and Elaina Holtvluwer (So. OH), among others.
The team has its sights set firmly on a return to the UIL State Tournament — a stage it hasn’t reached since 2019 — and possibly more. The Mustangs came within striking distance last season, falling to Georgetown in the 5A-D2 Region III Final.
Still, the bar is set even higher. Friendswood hasn’t won a state title since its lone championship run in 1994. With Adams leading a hungry and experienced core, that drought might not last much longer.
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