For the first time this season, Laughlin will have a chance to prove themselves in a conference matchup. A feisty cat fight will be fought as Laughlin Cougars challenge Awaken Christian Lions at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday. They know how to get runs on the board -- the squad has finished with ten runs or more in their past four matchups -- so hopefully Awaken Christian like a good challenge.
The home team had won the previous six meetings between Laughlin and Indian Springs, and Laughlin kept the tradition alive. Laughlin never let Indian Springs get on the board and left with an 18-0 victory last Friday. While the Cougars didn't have the best season last year (they finished 9-18), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Meanwhile, Awaken Christian fell victim to Needles and their airtight pitching crew on Friday. They lost 23-0 to the Mustangs. The Lions have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Awaken Christian's loss dropped their record down to 4-2. As for Laughlin, their win bumped their record up to 5-2.
Laughlin might still be hurting after the 19-8 defeat they got from Awaken Christian in their previous matchup back in April of 2024. Will Laughlin 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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