
Cardinals
| 02/13/26 vs Gonzales | 2-4 |
| 02/12/26 vs Smithville | 6-3 |
| 02/12/26 vs Luling | 10-2 |
| 02/10/26 vs East Bernard | 4-1 |
| 02/06/26 vs Sealy | 2-8 |
Columbus started off well but failed to capitalize on an early lead against Gonzales. They fell just short of the Apaches by a score of 4-2 on Friday. The Cardinals' loss signaled the end of their three-game winning streak.
Allie Cranek spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Kaylea McCarthy was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with one home run. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season.
Columbus' defeat dropped their record down to 3-2. As for Gonzales, they now also have a winning record of 3-2.
Looking ahead, Columbus will look to defend their home field on Friday against Columbia at 6:30 p.m. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Cardinals 3.6, the Roughnecks 2.2) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Gonzales, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Bellville at 11:30 a.m. on Friday.
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