Kings Christian has not done well against Laton recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Kings Christian Crusaders had just enough and edged the Laton Mustangs out 11-10. That's more bragging rights for Kings Christian, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Carmen Pate-Munoz was excellent, scoring a run and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. Cassandra Burkett was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
On Laton's side, Madison Heffley was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 2-for-5.
Kings Christian has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matches, which provided a massive bump to their 4-5 record this season. As for Laton, they now have a losing record at 6-7.
Kings Christian will head out on the road to challenge Coast Union at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Kings Christian knows how to get runs on the board -- the squad has finished with flashy run totals in its past five contests -- so hopefully Coast Union likes a good challenge. As for Laton, they will be playing at home against Coastal Christian at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Coastal Christian will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Laton surely won't give up without a fight.
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