Lakeridge had lost ten straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 3-17 to make it 11. They lost 28-1 to the Tualatin Timberwolves. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last three times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
As for Tualatin, they moved to 12-10 with that victory, which also ended their five-game losing streak. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Tualatin's part, Reese Strode made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Strode has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going 2-for-4 with six RBI, three runs, and one triple. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lakeridge will host Lake Oswego at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Tualatin, they will be playing in front of their home fans against West Linn at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Timberwolves' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 7.8 runs per game this season.
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