McBee lost against Lamar two weeks ago, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Wednesday. The McBee Panthers fell just short of the Lamar Silver Foxes by a score of 5-4. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for McBee in their matchups with Lamar: they've now lost three in a row.
Trinity Brigman put in work while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over 6.1 innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. Brigman was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Mollie Rollings was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two triples and two runs.
Even though they lost, McBee kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
On Lamar's side, Abby McManus spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up nine Ks. McManus has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Gabby Mendiola, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
McBee's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Lamar, their victory ended a four-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. McBee will take on Lewisville at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Lamar, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Lake View at 6:00 p.m.
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