College Park had lost four straight on the road, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 13-11 to make it five. They fell just short of the Caney Creek Panthers by a score of 8-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Cavaliers have suffered since April 1, 2025.
As for Caney Creek, they moved to 11-16 with that win, which also ended their eight-game losing streak. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since February 28th.
For Caney Creek's part, Avery Castaneda was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out ten batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits. Castaneda has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs. That's the most runs she has posted since back in February.
In other batting news, Madison Casper was excellent, going 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most hits she has posted since back in February. The team also got some help courtesy of Merari Gonzalez, who went 2-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. College Park is set to take on their familiar foe The Woodlands at 6:15 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Caney Creek will challenge rival New Caney at 6:15 p.m. on Friday.
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