It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Hartsville ultimately got the result they hoped for on Thursday. They came out on top against the Darlington Falcons by a score of 12-9. The win continues a trend for the Red Foxes in their matchups with the Falcons: they've now won eight in a row.
Allie Bailey spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and one unearned) runs on 11 hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Mary Ellyn Hickey, who fired off two home runs, seven RBI, and one double while going 4-for-5. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was EmmaKate Hudson, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with five runs and one stolen base.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Hartsville kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in six consecutive contests.
Red Foxes
| 04/17/25 @ Darlington | 12-9 |
| 04/15/25 @ Wilson | 15-7 |
| 04/09/25 @ Dillon | 21-11 |
| 04/04/25 @ South Florence | 9-7 |
| 04/01/25 @ Lower Richland | 19-0 |
| + 6 more games |
Hartsville's victory was their 11th straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 18-4. The team dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 10.2 runs. As for Darlington, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 12-8 record this season.
Hartsville and Darlington will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next games. The next time the Red Foxes see the field they'll take on West Florence at 7:00 p.m. on the 30th. As for Darlington, their break will end when they face Lamar at 6:00 p.m. on the 29th.
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