From one challenge to another is San Marcos’ agenda.
The Lady Rattlers struggled to defeat District 26-6A opponent Austin Akins over the last few years, going 0-3 versus the Lady Eagles in the last two seasons. But last Friday, San Marcos overcame what seemed like its kryptonite, beating Akins 12-3 to clinch its first playoff berth in four years.
San Marcos (12-17, 6-8 district) put together an impressive end-of-the-season run to squeeze into the UIL state playoffs as a No. 4 seed from the district. They collected wins in two of their last three games and have averaged 6.5 runs over their last four — three of which were on the road. However, the Lady Rattlers have their hands full with No. 1 seed Round Rock (20-7, 13-1 District 25-6A) in the first round.
