Lamar is 0-6 against Diamond since April of 2021 but things could change on Monday. The Tigers will head out to challenge the Wildcats at 5:00 p.m. The two teams each escaped (but just barely!) with wins against their previous opponents.
Lamar was handed a seven-run loss in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Friday. They narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past Butler 9-7. The victory continues a trend for the Tigers in their matchups with the Bears: they've now won four in a row.
Lexy Stephen made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out 13 batters over 6.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and five unearned) runs off two hits. Stephen was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Peyton Eddie, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 4-for-5. Ashlyn Hayworth was another key player, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Diamond had just enough and edged out West County 8-6 on Saturday.
Talyn Daniels was excellent, going 2-for-4 with one home run and one double. Kenzie Crook also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Diamond lost a few balls and finished the game with three home runs. That's the most home runs they've posted since back in April of 2024.
Lamar's record now sits at 7-4. As for Diamond, their record is now 16-1.
Monday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Lamar has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .448. However, it's not like Diamond struggles in that department as they've averaged .440. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Lamar suffered a grim 8-1 defeat to Diamond in their previous matchup back in May of 2024. Can the Tigers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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