Softball Recap: Malone Tigers vs. Houston County Lions
Malone's game on Monday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Houston County Lions by a score of 13-10. That's more bragging rights for Malone, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Kaitlyn Wood was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up three earned (and seven unearned) runs off seven hits. Wood was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, Larae Baxter was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing five bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Jordin Josey was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing four bases while going 2-for-4.
Malone's win bumped their record up to 7-11. As for Houston County, they are on a 14-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-17.
Malone will be playing at home against Bay at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Bay is coming into the game with four straight victories on the road, so Malone will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Houston County, they will challenge Pleasant Home at 12:00 p.m. on Monday.
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