The Santa Fe Lady Indians secured a dominant 12-2 victory over the Brenham Cubettes in the first game of the Leadoff Classic, thanks to a powerful nine-run fifth inning.
Strong Start by Santa Fe Lady Indians
Santa Fe quickly took control of the game, scoring three runs in the first inning against Brenham’s starting pitcher, Laityn Davis. This early lead put immediate pressure on the Cubettes.
Brenham’s Effort to Fight Back
The Brenham Cubettes responded in the third inning when Sarah Mabie hit a two-run triple, bringing home Aldyn Jaks and Avery Maurer. This key hit narrowed Santa Fe’s lead to 3-2 and gave Brenham a chance to stay in the game.
Maurer and Mabie each contributed with two hits, showing solid performances despite the challenging match.
Santa Fe’s Explosive Fifth Inning
The game turned decisively in Santa Fe’s favor in the fifth inning when the Lady Indians exploded for nine runs. This offensive surge sealed the victory, leaving Brenham unable to recover.
What’s Next for Brenham Cubettes?
After this tough loss, the Brenham Cubettes will face Judson later today at 5 p.m. at Alumni Field. They will aim to bounce back and secure their first win in the Leadoff Classic tournament.
Santa Fe Lady Indians’ strong start and massive fifth inning led to their impressive 12-2 win over the Brenham Cubettes. Despite efforts from Sarah Mabie and Avery Maurer, Brenham couldn’t keep up with Santa Fe’s offensive firepower. As the tournament continues, both teams will look to build on their performances, with Brenham hoping to turn things around in their upcoming game against Judson.
