Softball Recap: Fitzgerald Takes a Loss

Fitzgerald extended their losing streak to six on Wednesday, dropping them down to 3-27. They lost 21-2 to the Irwin County Indians. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Indians this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 7-0 on Wednesday.

As for Irwin County, the victory was the 19th in a row for them, bringing their record up to 21-2. The result was nothing new for the Indians, who have now won 14 matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.

For Irwin County's part, Lyla Moore was a major factor no matter where she played. She pitched three innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. Moore has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in ten consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run. That's the most hits she has posted since back in August.

In other batting news, Sailor Mixon was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run, four runs, and four RBI. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Jenna Bridges, who went 3-for-4 with four stolen bases, four runs, and one double.

Fitzgerald does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Irwin County, they will head out to face off against Berrien at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.