Houston hit Bartlett with a four-run fourth inning on Tuesday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Panthers fell just short of the Mustangs by a score of 7-6. The Panthers just can't catch a break and have now endured three losses in a row.
Bartlett got a good showing from Tamra Eason, who tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Eason has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk any time she's pitched this season.
At the plate, Codie Rae Walter made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run. Another player making a difference was Ashlyn McCommon, who went 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Bartlett now has a losing record of 2-3. As for Houston, the win snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 2-4 record.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Bartlett will square off against rival Cordova at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Houston is set to take on their familiar foe Arlington at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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