In an intense showdown on the court last night, the Lake Belton Lady Broncos faced off against the Taylor Ducks in a hard-fought contest that ultimately ended in a 54-42 loss for the Lady Broncos. Despite their valiant efforts and flashes of brilliance, the Ducks pulled away in the fourth quarter to secure the victory.

The game began with Taylor taking control early, leading the first quarter 17-9. Lake Belton found their rhythm in the second quarter, outscoring Taylor 15-10 and narrowing the halftime deficit to just three points at 27-24.

Coming out of the locker room, the Lady Broncos put on a defensive clinic in the third quarter, holding Taylor to only 5 points while scoring 8 of their own. This stellar effort allowed Lake to take a narrow 32-34 lead heading into the final quarter.

However, the fourth quarter proved decisive, as Taylor surged ahead with an impressive 22-point offensive burst. Lake Belton struggled to find their footing, managing only 8 points in the period, leading to the final score of 54-42 in favor of the Ducks.

Natalie Maldonado was a standout performer for the Lady Broncos, leading the team with an impressive 21 points. Alexa King also made a significant impact, contributing 12 points to the team’s total.

Lake Belton will have a chance to bounce back on December 20 when they host Lorena in what promises to be another exciting matchup. The game will also feature a special Parent Night celebration to honor the families who support the team. Fans are encouraged to come out and show their support for the Lady Broncos as they look to return to the win column.