Lady Lions suffer third one-run loss in district play, 2-1 to Glen Rose

Brownwood unable to capitalize with bases loaded in final inning

Apr. 3, 2026 at 1:42pm

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The Brownwood Lady Lions left 10 base runners stranded and were unable to push across the go-ahead run in the bottom of the seventh inning despite loading the bases with one out, falling 2-1 to District 6-4A rival Glen Rose on Thursday night.

Why it matters

The loss was Brownwood's third one-run defeat in district play, following extra-inning decisions of 12-11 against Stephenville and 8-7 against Brock, all at home. The Lady Lions are now 2-4 in district and looking to bounce back against Mineral Wells.

The details

In the bottom of the seventh, Kaydence Allen was hit by a pitch, Adyn Lucas doubled, and Carlee Burks was intentionally walked to load the bases with one out. Brenda Allen hit a sharp grounder to the Glen Rose shortstop, who fired home for a force out, and Lucas was then tagged out at the plate trying to score from third to end the game.

  • The Lady Lions grabbed a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the second inning.
  • Glen Rose forged ahead with two outs in the top of the fifth inning.

The players

Kaydence Allen

Brownwood pitcher who went the distance, allowing two earned runs on seven hits with eight strikeouts and four walks.

Adyn Lucas

Brownwood player who had two hits, including a double in the seventh inning.

Carlee Burks

Brownwood player who reached base on a leadoff double in the second inning and scored the team's lone run.

Kitty Bell

Glen Rose catcher who recorded the game-ending tag out at the plate.

Brookelynne Yant

Glen Rose shortstop who made the game-ending play, firing home for the force out.

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What they’re saying

“Thursday's setback followed extra-inning decisions of 12-11 against Stephenville and 8-7 against Brock where Brownwood came up short in each – all at home.”

— Derrick Stuckly, Author

What’s next

The Lady Lions will next travel to Mineral Wells (18-8, 2-4) at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday.

The takeaway

Brownwood's inability to capitalize with the bases loaded in the seventh inning highlights the team's struggles in close district games, as they've now suffered three one-run losses at home. The Lady Lions will look to rebound against Mineral Wells as they aim to improve their 2-4 district record.