Lapwai was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. Their rough 16-1 defeat to the Kendrick Tigers might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Lapwai of the 28-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on Monday.
For Kendrick's part, Nate Kimberling made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Kimberling was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
In other batting news, Tucker Ashmead was incredible, going 3-for-3 with two triples, two runs, and a stolen base. He is on a roll when it comes to triples, as he's now hit at least one in the last three games he's played. Hunter Taylor was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Lapwai's defeat dropped their record down to 2-8. As for Kendrick, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 7-4.
Coincidentally, both teams will both be playing Clearwater Valley the next time they take the field. Kendrick will host Clearwater Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, while Lapwai will head out to face them at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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