Martin is 0-8-1 against Palmview since March of 2019 but things could change on Tuesday. The Martin Tigers will look to defend their home field against the Palmview Lobos at 6:00 p.m. Martin has given up an average of 14.9 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
Martin is headed into Tuesday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 19th straight game dating back to last season on Tuesday. They came up short against Roma, falling 15-5. One positive for the Tigers, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, Palmview waltzed into their game on Friday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They put the hurt on the Gladiators with a sharp 8-1 win. Considering the Lobos have won four contests by more than six runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Abigail Cantu spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on six hits. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-low in earned runs (zero).
At the plate, Alynna Gonzalez was a standout: she scored a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. What's more, she posted three RBI, the most she's had since back in March of 2024. Gabriela Garza was another key player, scoring a run and stealing Two bases. while going 3-for-3.
Palmview kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They are a perfect 5-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Martin's defeat dropped their record down to 0-18. As for Palmview, their victory bumped their record up to 7-5.
Martin might still be hurting after the 12-0 loss they got from Palmview in their previous meeting back in April of 2024. Will Martin have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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