Softball Recap: Mary Persons Bulldogs vs. Sandy Creek Patriots
There's no place like home for Mary Persons, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Tuesday. They had just enough and edged the Sandy Creek Patriots out 2-1 on Thursday. The win was some much needed relief for the Bulldogs as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
The team relied heavily on Sydney Kime, who went 1-for-1 with a home run. That home run marked the first that she's launched this season. Another player making a difference was Sara Grace Errera, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-2.
Mary Persons didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with 12 strikeouts. That's the most strikeouts they've posted since back in August of 2023.
Mary Persons pushed their record up to 7-5 with that victory, which was their fifth straight at home. As for Sandy Creek, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season.
Mary Persons will square off against Whitewater at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Sandy Creek, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Troup County at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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