Erath managed to slip by Lafayette the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Bobcats lost 12-5 to the Lions on Friday. The Bobcats' defeat continues a trend for the squad, making it six in a row dating back to last season.
Landen Derouen was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs, one double, and one RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Carter Champagne, who went 1-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
Erath's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Lafayette, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Erath will welcome Assumption at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. As for Lafayette, they will be playing in front of their home fans against South Terrebonne at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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