While McQueen's win against Damonte Ranch wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Lancers skirted past the Mustangs 4-2. The Lancers haven't had any issues with the Mustangs recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive victory against them.
Chloe Jaborski spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on eight hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Ashlyn Guber and Vanessa Bein did most of the damage at the plate: Guber scored a run while going 2-for-3, while Bein scored two runs while going 2-for-4. What's more, Bein posted two doubles, the most she's had since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Lilly Fanene, who went 2-for-4 with one triple.
McQueen hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least five batters in ten consecutive contests.
Lancers
| 04/05/25 vs Damonte Ranch | 4-2 |
| 04/05/25 vs Damonte Ranch | 7-1 |
| 03/20/25 vs Franklin | 8-2 |
| 03/01/25 vs Damonte Ranch | 9-5 |
| 05/09/24 vs Damonte Ranch | 8-4 |
| + 2 more games |
McQueen's win was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 8-7. Those home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.0 runs on average over those games. As for Damonte Ranch, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-9.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. McQueen will host Lowry at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Lancers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Buckaroos have averaged an impressive 8.2 runs per game this season. As for Damonte Ranch, they will challenge Carson at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. The Senators have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 6.94 runs per game on average), something the Mustangs will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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