LaGrange extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 23 on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-9. They lost 15-5 to the Washington-Marion Charging Indians. The Gators were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Charging Indians apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2022.
As for Washington-Marion, their victory bumped their record up to 3-7. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Washington-Marion's part, Demond Bellard was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. Bellard was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, Lynn Babineaux Iii and Gavyn Citizen did most of the damage at the plate: Babineaux Iii got on base in all three of his plate appearances with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base, while Citizen went 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Darius Wilridge was another key player, getting on base in two of his three plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, LaGrange will be playing in front of their home fans against Eunice at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Washington-Marion, they are taking a road trip to challenge Ville Platte at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Bulldogs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 17.75 runs per game on average), something the Charging Indians will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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