Navarro extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping them down to 9-11. They lost 27-12 to the La Vernia Bears. The Panthers were not able to make up for their defeat to the Bears from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
Ally Antista made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with five RBI, one run, and one double. Cadee Zimmer was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
As for La Vernia, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 11-11. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On La Vernia's side, Addison Lundin made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Lundin has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up a single earned run in four consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs, ten RBI, and four runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Gracelynne Spain was a standout: she went 2-for-5 with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Justice Trujillo, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with four runs, one double, and one RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Navarro will take on rival Gonzales at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, La Vernia is set to face off against their familiar foe San Antonio Memorial at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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