Softball Recap: North Gaston Wildcats vs. South Point Red Raiders
North Gaston was the 13-3 winner over South Point when they last played one another back in May of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The North Gaston Wildcats took a 9-4 hit to the loss column at the hands of the South Point Red Raiders on Tuesday. North Gaston just can't catch a break and has now endured five defeats in a row.
Kadence Hampton made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
On South Point's side, Cailey Evans was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she tossed seven innings while giving up four earned runs off six hits. Evans was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Evy McKee, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Taylyn Ledford, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
North Gaston's loss dropped their record down to 2-8. As for South Point, they now have a winning record of 7-6.
North Gaston will be playing in front of their home fans against Bessemer City at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Bessemer City is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.8 runs per game this season. As for South Point, they will head out on the road to face off against East Gaston at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. South Point is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
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