Lakewood extended their losing streak to three on Saturday, dropping them down to 7-3. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 4-3 heartbreaker at the hands of the Golden Demons. That's two games in a row now that the Tigers have lost by just one run.
Madison Reisbeck spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and three unearned) runs on six hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Alanni Maddux made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one triple and one run. That triple marked the first that she has hit this season. Another player making a difference was NeVaeh Roybal, who went 1-for-2 with one run and one double.
As for Golden, they moved to 5-4 with that victory, which also ended their four-game losing streak. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since September 25, 2024.
On Golden's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Adrianna Riddle gave up three earned runs on six hits.
At the plate, Daely Peterson was excellent, going 3-for-4 with one triple and one run.
Lakewood and Golden will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Tigers will take on rival Ralston Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Golden is set to challenge their familiar foe Green Mountain at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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