After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Cumberland County, Monroe County was happy to have turned things around on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 13-1 margin over the Metcalfe County Hornets. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Monroe County also won the last time the pair played on April 8th.
Kendra Simmons was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched. Simmons was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with three RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Monroe County let Jazoya Bennett and Jessie Cook loose on the outfield. Bennett scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-2, while Cook scored three runs and stole four bases while going 2-for-3. Alexis Graves was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Monroe County's victory bumped their record up to 4-8. As for Metcalfe County, their loss dropped their record down to 6-9.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Monroe County will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Red Boiling Springs, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. As for Metcalfe County, they will be playing at home against Russell County at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Russell County is coming into the contest with four straight wins on the road, so Metcalfe County will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
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