Manvel was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost an 11-9 heartbreaker at the hands of the Hutto Hippos. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Mavericks have suffered since March 14, 2025.
Karsyn Carrier made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and fired off two home runs and three RBI while going 3-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Talyah Young, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and one double.
Manvel's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Hutto, their win bumped their record up to 3-1.
Looking ahead, Manvel will take on Alamo Heights at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Hutto, they will take on Stratford in a tournament on Friday. The Spartans' pitching crew has only allowed 1.2 runs per game this season, so the Hippos' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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