Lovington hadn't done well against Artesia recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Wildcats came out on top against the Bulldogs by a score of 41-30. The Wildcats haven't had any issues with the Bulldogs recently, as the game was their third consecutive victory against them.

Abbi Shouse
| 01/30/26 @ Artesia | 15 |
| 01/22/26 vs Chaparral | 10 |
| 01/20/26 @ Carlsbad | 11 |
| 01/16/26 vs Gadsden | 9 |
| 01/13/26 vs Carlsbad | 9 |
Lovington had a senior duo take command as Ashelynn Borunda posted 21 points in addition to five boards and three steals and Abbi Shouse dropped a double-double with 12 points and 15 rebounds. Shouse has been hot, having posted nine or more boards the last five times she's played.
Lovington smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in five consecutive games.
Lovington's record now sits at 16-5. As for Artesia, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-9 record this season.
Lovington didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 61-44 win against Goddard on the 3rd. As for Artesia, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next game, a 63-42 loss against Portales on the 3rd.
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