Caldwell County’s girls couldn’t overcome a cold third period in Saturday’s contest at Muhlenberg County.
Down just 26-24 at halftime, the Lady Tigers managed just two field goals over the next 8 minutes as the host Lady Mustangs opened up a 39-28 advantage.
Muhlenberg went on to claim a 50-40 victory.
Senior Izzy Wilkins led all scorers with 23 points for the Lady Mustangs, who evened their season record at 10-10. Freshman Brinly Sparks added 12 points.
Caldwell got 15 points from junior Tink Clark and 12 from sophomore Audrey McCoy, but the Lady Tigers have dropped five of their last six games and are now 6-8.
Muhlenberg is 4-1 all-time against Caldwell.
The Lady Tigers will play at home for just the second time this season when they host McLean County Monday afternoon. Caldwell’s only other home date was Dec. 5 against Webster County. The Lady Tigers have played 12 straight games away from home.
Caldwell County 12 12 4 12 — 40
Muhlenberg County 15 11 13 11 — 50
Caldwell County (6-8)—Clark 15, McCoy 12, Thomas 7, Thompson 4, Shearer 2.
Muhlenberg County (10-10)—Wilkins 23, Sparks 12, Harris 5, Groves 4, Evans 3, Jernigan 2, Hardesty 1.
