Lapwai hasn't had much luck against Troy recently, but that could start to change on Monday. The Wildcats will face off against the Trojans at 4:00 p.m. Lapwai has given up an average of 16 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Lapwai is headed into Monday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 23rd straight game dating back to last season on Friday. They lost 17-1 to Kendrick. The game snapped a strange streak: the last four times these teams have met, it?s been the away team that?s taken home the W.
Lapwai saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Arlondo Lopez, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one RBI. That hit was Lopez's first of the season.
Meanwhile, Troy came tearing into Friday's game with three straight wins , and they left with even more momentum. Everything went their way against the Rams as they made off with a 17-8 win. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Trojans have posted against the Rams since May 19, 2023.
Javan Barton made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in March. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his six plate appearances with two RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Troy got a massive performance out of Rowan Tyler, who went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. Those three hits gave Tyler a new career-high. Dominic Holden was another key player, getting on base in five of his six plate appearances with three runs and one double.
Troy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Troy's record is now 9-7. As for Lapwai, their loss dropped their record down to 0-11.
Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Lapwai has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .503. However, it's not like Troy struggles in that department as they've averaged .458. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Lapwai suffered a grim 19-5 defeat to Troy in their previous matchup back in May of 2024. Can the Wildcats avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
