Lamar was handed a seven-run defeat in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 9-7 win over the Butler Bears. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Tigers have posted since April 30, 2024.
Lexy Stephen was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over 6.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and five unearned) runs off two hits. Those 13 strikeouts gave her a new career-high. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
Peyton Eddie
| 04/11/25 @ Butler | 4 |
| 03/28/25 @ Baxter Springs | 3 |
| 03/21/25 vs Sarcoxie | 3 |
| 03/31/25 @ Billings | 2 |
| 03/22/25 vs Adrian | 2 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Peyton Eddie, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 4-for-5. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Ashlyn Hayworth, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Lamar's record is now 7-4. As for Butler, they now have a losing record of 5-6.
Lamar didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, an 11-9 win against Diamond on the 14th. As for Butler, they have also already played their next matchup, a 6-5 victory against Lincoln on the 14th.
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