Akins extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 13 on Friday, dropping them down to 0-10. They lost 21-0 to the Dripping Springs Tigers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Tigers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-0 back in February.
As for Dripping Springs, they pushed their record up to 20-6-1 with the win, which was their seventh straight on the road. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 14 matchups by six runs or more this season.
For Dripping Springs' part, Tatum Green was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Green has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Dripping Springs let Sadie Bradford and Lorelei Gamble run wild. Bradford went 1-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI, while Gamble got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one triple, two RBI, and one run. That's the most runs Bradford has posted since back in February. Lillian Wearden was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Coincidentally, Akins and Dripping Springs will both be playing Austin the next time they take the field. The Tigers will host the Maroons at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Eagles will host them at 7:00 p.m. on April 7.
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