On Friday, Mabank never let their opponents score. They blew past the Ford Panthers 13-0. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Mabank also won the last time the pair played back in March.
Hagen Tijernia was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out nine over 4.2 innings pitched. Tijernia was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with three RBI and a double.
In other pitching news, Parker Hernandez looked comfortable as he pitched 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks).
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Pierce Fulton, who went 3-for-4 with three doubles, four RBI, and two runs. Kyler Howeth was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4.
Mabank's win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 16-10. As for Ford, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-13-2 record this season.
Mabank will be playing in front of their home fans against Canton at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Canton's pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so Mabank's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Ford, they will head out on the road to square off against Wills Point at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Wills Point is coming into the contest with three straight losses at home, meaning Ford will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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