Dillon, MT – The Dillon Beavers' hopes for a repeat state title were dashed on Saturday afternoon as they faced a formidable opponent in the Lewistown Golden Eagles during the Class A semifinals. In a hard-fought battle on their home turf, the Beavers ultimately fell to the Golden Eagles with a final score of 21-13.
From the outset, the Golden Eagles had their sights set on victory, and it didn’t take long for them to strike first. Madden Norslien made his mark early in the first quarter, intercepting a pass from Beavers' quarterback Canin Christiansen and returning it for a touchdown. This explosive play set the tone for the Eagles, who quickly built a commanding lead.
Despite the Beavers' efforts to regroup, they found themselves trailing 0-14 by halftime, struggling to find their rhythm against an aggressive Golden Eagles defense that capitalized on every mistake. The Golden Eagles' relentless pressure resulted in a staggering six turnovers throughout the game, a statistic that proved to be the deciding factor in the contest.
In the second half, the Beavers fought back valiantly, showing resilience and determination. However, their attempts to turn the tide fell short, and they were unable to close the gap significantly. The Golden Eagles maintained their composure and secured their place in the Class A finals with a hard-earned 21-13 victory.
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