Blytheville had lost six straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 1-11-1 to make it seven. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 16-0 to the Westside Warriors, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Warriors this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 16-0 on Thursday.
As for Westside, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 16-6. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 14 matches by six runs or more this season.
For Westside's part, Mckyna Craig and Mattyx Cureton were major factors no matter where they played. Throwing, Craig pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Cureton struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Craig has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances. At bat, Craig went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, two RBI, and one double, while Cureton got on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs. That's the most hits Craig has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Vada Watkins was incredible, going 1-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March. Kimber Wynn was another key player, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
Blytheville does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Westside, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Tuckerman at 4:30 p.m. on May 5.
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