The Beggs Lady Demons knew they would be challenged heading into Hilldale on Monday night, and that challenge came early and often as they faced a talented 4A Hilldale Lady Hornets squad on the road. Despite a determined effort and flashes of promise throughout the contest, Beggs ultimately fell 66-37 to a Hornets team that capitalized on momentum and depth to improve its season record to 6-3.

Beggs entered the matchup at 3-5 overall, looking to gain valuable experience against a larger classification opponent. The Lady Demons showed early fight, matching Hilldale’s intensity in the opening quarter. Beggs held the Hornets to just four points in the first period while generating five of their own, a sign that the Lady Demons were ready to compete defensively against one of the area’s stronger