Klein Forest was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 15th straight loss. Their tough 9-2 defeat to the Tomball Cougars might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Klein Forest of the 18-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
For Tomball's part, Kaylea Wall made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Wall was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
In other pitching news, Regina Amaya villareal looked comfortable as she struck out nine batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Aubrey Murillo, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 4-for-4. Fabianna Marcano was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
Klein Forest's defeat dropped their record down to 2-22. As for Tomball, they now have a winning record of 16-15-2.
Klein Forest will be playing at home against Klein at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Klein is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season. As for Tomball, they will head out on the road to square off against Klein Collins at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Tomball is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.9 runs per game this season.
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