Levelland dropped their record down to 16-12 on Thursday, which also ended the team's three-game streak of wins on the road. They came up short against the Liberty Patriots, falling 16-10. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Lobos have suffered since March 4th.
As for Liberty, they are on a roll lately: they've won 12 of their last 13 contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 18-8 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.5 runs over those games.
For Liberty's part, Jaidon Eddins looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Eddins has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in eight consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Levi Walker, who went 4-for-5 with one home run, four runs, and five RBI. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-high in doubles (three). Another player making a difference was Gavin McPherson, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one triple.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Levelland will host Big Spring at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Lobos are facing the Steers at the right time seeing as the Steers are stuck on an 11-game losing streak. As for Liberty, they will welcome Estacado at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Matadors will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Patriots surely won't give up without a fight.
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