King's Fork extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-8. They lost 17-3 to the Nansemond River Warriors. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Bulldogs of the 13-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2025.
As for Nansemond River, the win got them back to even at 4-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Nansemond River's part, Cheyenne Lawrence was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off one hit. What's more, Lawrence posted four strikeouts, the most she's had since back in May of 2025. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one run and one RBI. That RBI marked the first that she has brought in this season.
In other batting news, Nansemond River let Reagan Parkman and Ashlyn Pociask run wild. Parkman got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI, while Pociask went 3-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. Another player making a difference was Emma Conner, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs and one RBI.
Looking ahead, King's Fork will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Grassfield at 5:45 p.m. The Grizzlies' pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so the Bulldogs' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Nansemond River, they will venture away from home to take on Manor at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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