Softball Recap: Kate Duncan Smith DAR Patriots vs. North Jackson Chiefs
Kate Duncan Smith DAR was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell 12-8 to the North Jackson Chiefs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Kate Duncan Smith DAR of the 5-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
Jaycie Cornelius made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-4 with a home run and four RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Mac Ford, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
On North Jackson's side, Darcy McClendon made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits. McClendon has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances. McClendon was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Avery Wynne was incredible, going 4-for-4 with a home run, seven RBI, and two triples. Peyton Malley was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 1-for-3.
Kate Duncan Smith DAR's loss dropped their record down to 15-21. As for North Jackson, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven games, which provided a nice bump to their 32-9 record this season.
Kate Duncan Smith DAR does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for North Jackson, they didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 5-4 victory vs. New Hope on the 27th.
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