Laredo High Schools Combine for 32 Runs and Hits in Softball Showdown

United outhits LBJ 20-12 in 21-11 district win, marking the second high-scoring affair between the teams this season.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 1:53pm

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A dynamic, abstract painting featuring sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in the team colors of the United Lady Longhorns and LBJ Lady Wolves, conveying the energy and intensity of their high-scoring softball game.The high-scoring softball showdown between Laredo's United Lady Longhorns and LBJ Lady Wolves is captured in a fractured, cubist-inspired illustration.Laredo Today

The United Lady Longhorns and LBJ Lady Wolves combined for 32 runs and hits in a District 30-6A softball game on April 10. United won the game 21-11 after trailing 10-4 in the third inning, rallying with five runs in the third and eight in the fourth. Tatiana Mejia led United with a 4-for-5 performance and five RBIs, while Mia Gamez and Nadia Mejia also had three hits each. LBJ's Arlett Castro went 3-for-4 with three RBIs in the loss.

Why it matters

The high-scoring affair between the two Laredo high school softball teams highlights the competitiveness of District 30-6A play. United was able to bounce back from an early deficit, showcasing the team's resilience, while LBJ's offensive production kept the game close. The district standings remain tight, with several teams vying for playoff positioning.

The details

United outhit LBJ 20-12 in the 21-11 district win. LBJ took a 10-4 lead in the top of the third inning, but United responded with five runs in the bottom of the third and eight in the fourth to rally for the victory. Tatiana Mejia led United's offensive outburst, going 4-for-5 with five RBIs. Mia Gamez and Nadia Mejia also had three hits each, while Katelynn Pompa and Mia Gamez both homered. For LBJ, Arlett Castro was 3-for-4 with three RBIs, and Daniela Garza, Mia Mondragon, and Caitlin Hernandez each had two hits.

  • The game was played on April 10, 2026.

The players

Tatiana Mejia

A player for the United Lady Longhorns who went 4-for-5 with five RBIs in the game.

Mia Gamez

A player for the United Lady Longhorns who had three hits in the game and hit a home run.

Nadia Mejia

A player for the United Lady Longhorns who had three hits in the game.

Arlett Castro

A player for the LBJ Lady Wolves who went 3-for-4 with three RBIs in the game.

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What they’re saying

“Earlier in the season, United outlasted LBJ 28-17 in game that featured 39 combined hits.”

— Billy Woods, Author

What’s next

United will close out the regular season against Alexander on April 15, while LBJ's season ends against United South on April 14. The district standings remain tight, with several teams vying for playoff positioning.

The takeaway

The high-scoring affair between the United Lady Longhorns and LBJ Lady Wolves showcases the competitiveness of District 30-6A softball. United's ability to rally from an early deficit and LBJ's offensive production kept the game close, highlighting the depth of talent in the district.