Houston Christian 7, at Tarleton State 6

STEPHENVILLE, Texas (Interstat) — The Houston Christian Huskies built a seven-run lead and then survived a furious late rally by the Tarleton State Texans, escaping with a 7-6 victory in the opener of a three-game series on Friday night. The Huskies (9-8) were carried by a dominant start from pitcher David Lopez and a decisive fourth-inning offensive outburst, while the Texans (11-6) saw their comeback bid fall just short after a six-run rally over the final four innings. Lopez was nearly untouchable for Houston Christian, throwing five no-hit innings. He struck out six and walked one, exiting with a commanding… Read more...