DeSoto was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. Their rough 20-0 defeat to the Mansfield Legacy Broncos might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to DeSoto of the 15-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
For Mansfield Legacy's part, Natalie Moreaux was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Moreaux has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in 16 consecutive pitching appearances. Moreaux was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs and three RBI while going 2-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Erin Morris, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all two of her plate appearances. Ryleigh Stinson was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-2.
DeSoto's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Mansfield Legacy, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 20-7-2.
DeSoto will look to defend their home field on Friday against Cedar Hill at 6:00 p.m. As for Mansfield Legacy, they will head out on the road to challenge Waxahachie at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Both teams will come into the match having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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