Fort Bend Marshall extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 23 on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-12. They lost 15-0 to the Lamar Consolidated Mustangs. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mustangs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 1-0 on March 6th.
As for Lamar Consolidated, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine games. That's provided a massive bump to their 10-12 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven matchups by seven runs or more this season.
For Lamar Consolidated's part, Venecia Laris made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, Laris posted four strikeouts, the most she's had since back in February. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, Camilla Hawkins was incredible, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Terra Williams was another key player, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two RBI and one run.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Fort Bend Marshall will face off against Fort Bend Kempner at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Cougars have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed ten runs per game on average), something the Buffalos will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Lamar Consolidated, they will take on Tomas at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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