Porter extended their losing streak to eight on Friday, dropping them down to 6-13. They lost 18-1 to the Mercedes Tigers. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Tigers this season, with their most recent defeat being a 19-9 loss back in February.
Porter saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Gabby Sosa, who went 1-for-2 with one double and one RBI.
As for Mercedes, the win snapped their losing streak at six games and leaves them with a 10-13-1 record. The result was nothing new for the Tigers, who have now won eight matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
On Mercedes' side, Jenna Morin was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Morin was also big at the plate, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs and one RBI. Those three runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Lacie Silva was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. Daniella Ureste was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Porter will host Donna North at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Mercedes, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Harlingen South at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The last three games the Hawks have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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