A slow start proved costly for Caldwell last week in a 45-21 road loss to speedy Madisonville.
Trailing 21-0 after the first quarter while adjusting to the Mustangs fast running backs, the Hornets settled down defensively thereafter and had another strong night running the ball.
But the early deficit could not be overcome.
The Hornets fell to 3-3-1 overall and 1-1 in district play with La Grange comi…