In a tightly contested District 10-5A matchup, the Mount Pleasant Tigers edged out the Lufkin Panthers 4-3, with Kortland Stovall securing the win both as a pitcher and hitter. Lufkin, tied for first entering the game, suffered only their second district defeat. Stovall had two singles and drove in three runs, while Dax Price closed the game with crucial strikeouts to prevent a late-game comeback from Lufkin. A pivotal moment came when Lufkin's runners advanced into scoring position, but Price's performance preserved the Tigers' victory. Julio Flores took the loss for Lufkin, largely due to an error that fueled Mount Pleasant's critical fifth-inning rally.

By the Numbers
  • Kortland Stovall pitched six innings, striking out seven while allowing three earned runs.
  • Stovall also had three RBIs from two hits, delivering the go-ahead hit in the fifth inning.
  • Dax Price recorded back-to-back strikeouts to secure the win in the seventh inning.
State of Play
  • Mount Pleasant improved to 14-3 overall and 6-1 in the district following this win.
  • Lufkin dropped to 14-5-1, with a district record of 5-2.
  • Lufkin will face Marshall in their next game at 1 p.m. following the loss.
What's Next

Lufkin will aim to rebound against Marshall, needing a strong performance to stay competitive in the district standings. Meanwhile, Mount Pleasant will look to build on this victory to maintain their lead in the district.

Bottom Line

This victory underscores Mount Pleasant's resilience, signaling their capability to perform under pressure, while Lufkin must regroup quickly to remain a strong contender in District 10-5A.