DeRidder was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat dating back to last season. They fell 5-0 to the Merryville Panthers. If the Dragons were looking for revenge after losing 5-2 to the Panthers when the teams met back in February of 2025, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Laila Roberson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five runs (all of which were unearned) on four hits and racked up eight Ks.
DeRidder's loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Coming up, DeRidder will face off against Zwolle at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Merryville, they will welcome Negreet at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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