Softball Recap: Littlerock Lobos vs. Lancaster Eagles
Littlerock was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They fell victim to a tough 11-3 defeat at the hands of the Lancaster Eagles. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Littlerock of the 4-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Tuesday.
For Lancaster's part, Sam Salas made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Salas has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. Salas was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ashlee Laxamana, who went 4-for-4 with a home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. Another player making a difference was Layla Acosta, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Littlerock's defeat dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Lancaster, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-3.
Littlerock will be playing at home against Quartz Hill at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Lancaster, they will head out on the road to challenge Paraclete at 3:15 p.m. on Friday. Both teams will come into the matchup having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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