Ruston extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping them down to 8-10. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 12-11 heartbreaker at the hands of the Alexandria Trojans. Even if the Bearcats couldn't come away with the win, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
As for Alexandria, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 14-9. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since March 11, 2025.
For Alexandria's part, Anniston Fairbanks was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Fairbanks was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Sophie Hagan was incredible, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most hits she has posted over her last nine matchups. Mallory McDaniel also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
Looking ahead, Ruston will venture away from home to challenge LaSalle at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers' pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so the Bearcats' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Alexandria, they will challenge Holy Savior Menard at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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