Tualatin extended their losing streak to five on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 11-10 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-1 heartbreaker at the hands of the Lake Oswego Lakers. The Timberwolves were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Lakers earlier this season, when they won 12-5.
Reese Strode spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on three hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances.
As for Lake Oswego, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 9-12. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since April 4th.
On Lake Oswego's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Ava Beach gave up a run (which was unearned) on two hits and racked up ten Ks.
On the hitting side, Lake Oswego's win was truly a team effort as three different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Keara Daugherty, who went 1-for-2 with one run and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Tualatin will welcome Lakeridge at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Pacers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.11 runs per game on average), something the Timberwolves will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Lake Oswego, they will be playing at home against Tigard at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Lakers surely won't give up without a fight.
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