Caney Creek extended their losing streak to five on Tuesday, dropping them down to 10-13. They lost 10-0 to the Willis Wildkats. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Wildkats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 16-2 back in February.
As for Willis, they pushed their record up to 18-7 with the victory, which was their third straight at home. Considering they have won ten contests by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Willis' part, Hadley Lebow made a splash no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out nine over five innings pitched. Lebow has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 15 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Lilly Tharp was incredible, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in February. Another player making a difference was Mattie Collins, who went 1-for-2 with two runs and one triple.
Coincidentally, Caney Creek and Willis will both be playing The Woodlands the next time they take the field. The Wildkats will head out to face the Highlanders at 6:15 p.m. on Friday, while the Panthers will host them at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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