Softball Recap: Lawrence County snaps four-game streak of losses at home

By Team Reports Apr 22, 2024, 9:08pm

Softball Recap: Lawrence County Red Devils vs. Brewer Patriots

Lawrence County can finally bid farewell to their eight-game losing streak thanks to their game on Monday. They walked away with an 8-4 win over the Brewer Patriots. That's more bragging rights for Lawrence County, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

McKenzie Hyche spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four runs (all of which were unearned) on eight hits and racked up six Ks.

At the plate, Alivia Templeton was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4. Raegan Johnson was another key contributor, going 3-for-3 with a double and an RBI.

Lawrence County's victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 20-28-2. As for Brewer, their loss was their fourth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 16-11.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lawrence County will take on Brooks at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Brooks is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season. As for Brewer, they will head out on the road to challenge New Hope at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

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