West Mifflin extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 12-5. They took a 5-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Laurel Highlands Mustangs. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mustangs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 6-0 on Monday.
As for Laurel Highlands, they pushed their record up to 9-4 with the victory, which was their third straight at home. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.0 run on average over those games.
For Laurel Highlands' part, Payton Senge made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off eight hits (and only one walk). Senge has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in 11 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with one home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, Kayla Howell was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one double. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2025.
Looking ahead, West Mifflin will be playing at home against McKeesport at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Laurel Highlands, they will venture away from home to face off against Charleroi at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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