The Abilene Christian softball team fell short this past weekend against No. 2 in the nation conference foe West Texas A&M.

The lady Buffaloes handed the ‘Cats two 8-0 run-rule losses; one Friday night 0-8 and the other in the first game of their doubleheader Saturday 1-11.

Although the offensive side of the game for the ‘Cats seemed to struggle, the third and final nightcap game came down to the wire.

In the fourth inning, down 2-7 with the bases loaded, Lyndi Smith crushed her first grand slam of the season putting the ‘Cats within reach of upsetting the Lady Buffs.

“It was a tough loss, but I’m glad I could at least give us the fighting chance for a comeback,” Smith said. “WT is a tough opponent to face, and I’m sure they were looking for revenge after last year when we swept them in the series.”

Senior Caitlyn Crain was nearly untouchable crossing the plate as she struck out the first 12 batters she faced. She gave the ‘Cats the inspiration to attempt a comeback, but it was too late.

Leadoff hitter for the Lady Buffs, Alyssa Lemos, had a big weekend belting two home runs in Friday night’s game.

What most people don’t know is this past weekend was WTAMU’s Turn two for Cancer weekend in honor of those who are fighting and who have lost their battle with cancer.

Lemos’ mom lost her battle to cancer, and after hitting two home runs she knew her mom was watching over her.

“As soon as I hit the first home run I immediately could not stop smiling,” Lemos said. “After hitting the second one I had no doubt in my mom that she was there with me the entire game.”

The two losses dropped ACU’s Lone Star Conference and season records to 5-10 and 21-20.

The ‘Cats hope to not extend their losing streak today when they face St. Mary’s University in a double header. The first game starts at 5 p.m.