By Michael Haag | Sports Editor
Junior first baseman Shaylon Govan proved why teams avoid pitching to her.
Govan, who went a combined 5-for-6 at the plate with two RBIs, led No. 13 Baylor softball’s offense past Lamar as part of a midweek doubleheader on Tuesday evening at Getterman Stadium.
The Bears totaled 19 hits and won the first game 5-1 before taking the nightcap 6-1.
Following a series loss to No. 7 Oklahoma State over the weekend, Govan mentioned how frustrating it is to not see hittable pitches. She’s been walked 17 times in 21 games — the fourth-most in the Big 12 — but she squared up pitches on Tuesday to bring her season batting average up to .