The University of Texas Permian Basin Falcons faced the No. 12 Angelo State Rambelles in a doubleheader, starting the second half of their Lone Star Conference season. In the first game, UTPB lost 13-8 despite a late rally with four runs in the seventh inning, highlighted by two home runs. In the second matchup, the Falcons struggled offensively, managing only two hits in a 10-0 shutout loss. Pitching standout Jessica Cantrell and strong defense showcased UTPB's resilience, and the team's determination shone through, according to Head Coach David Martinez.

By the Numbers
  • UTPB scored a total of 8 runs against ASU in Game 1, with 7 of those runs coming in the final two innings.
  • In Game 2, the Falcons managed just 2 hits while the Rambelles had 10 hits, including 5 doubles and 7 stolen bases.
State of Play
  • UTPB now holds a record of 12-21 overall and 3-19 in the Lone Star Conference.
  • Angelo State improves to 29-8 overall and 18-4 in conference play after the two-game series.
What's Next

The Falcons will face Angelo State again on April 2, aiming to leverage their competitive spirit from the first game in hopes of improving their performance.

Bottom Line

Despite the losses, the Falcons demonstrated notable fight and resilience, indicating potential for improvement in future games. Capitalizing on their late-game momentum will be crucial as they look to turn the season around.