
Bulldogs
04/10/25 @ Lake Worth | 19 |
02/22/25 vs Vernon | 18 |
03/14/25 vs Lake Worth | 16 |
04/15/25 @ Castleberry | 13 |
02/14/25 vs Western Hills | 11 |
Burkburnett came tearing into Tuesday's contest with three straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 9.7 runs), and they left with even more momentum. Everything went their way against the Castleberry Lions as they made off with a 15-2 victory. The Bulldogs might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine matches by six runs or more this season.
Kennedy Smith made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent : she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, firing off two home runs, six RBI, and one double while going 3-for-4. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Tatum Winney, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and one double. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Kinsley Armstrong also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
Burkburnett's record now sits at 14-16. As for Castleberry, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 15 of their last 18 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-20-1 record this season.
Burkburnett will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Decatur at 6:00 p.m. The Bulldogs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 8.1 runs per game this season. As for Castleberry, they will head out to face off against Lake Worth at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Lions are facing the Bullfrogs at the right time seeing as the Bullfrogs are stuck on a 14-game losing streak.
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