Southern Lab was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost an 11-9 heartbreaker at the hands of Madison Prep Academy. The Kittens were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Madison Prep Academy apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.
Jamar Gardner was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. Gardner was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one triple, one stolen base, and one RBI. That triple marked the first that he has hit this season.
In other batting news, Logan Metevia stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: he went 2-for-4 with one triple, one double, and one RBI. Warren Gougisha was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Southern Lab's loss dropped their record down to 9-11-1. As for Madison Prep Academy, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-9-1.
Coming up, Southern Lab will welcome Kentwood at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Madison Prep Academy, they will venture away from home to challenge University Lab at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Madison Prep Academy will need to watch out since the Cubs have now posted at least ten runs in their last four matchups.
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