Lawrence won the last time they faced Manhattan, and things went their way on Friday too. The Lawrence Lions narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Manhattan Indians 6-5. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Lawrence.
Sophie Rowley tossed a big game, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits over 4.1 innings pitched. Kierra Norris relieved her and did a solid job, pitching 2.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits (she also didn't allow any walks).
On the hitting side, Harper Dye was incredible, going 4-for-4 with two doubles, a stolen base, and two RBI. Payge Cain was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Lawrence's victory bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Manhattan, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.
Lawrence will be playing at home against Shawnee Mission Northwest at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Manhattan, they are on the road again on Tuesday to play Great Bend. The last five games Manhattan has played (dating back to last season) have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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