Willis was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell just short of the New Caney Eagles by a score of 7-5. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Willis of the 16-15 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in February.
Kynlei Chapman put in work no matter where she played. She struck out nine batters over 4.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits (and not a single walk). Chapman has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Chapman was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Rylee Gage was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
Willis' defeat dropped their record down to 11-15. As for New Caney, their victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 14-11-1.
Willis will challenge Conroe at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday. Conroe will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something Willis surely won't give up without a fight. As for New Caney, they will be playing at home against The Woodlands at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday. The Woodlands will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something New Caney surely won't give up without a fight.
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