Hellgate extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 20 on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-13. They came up short against the Big Sky Eagles, falling 15-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 19-0 two weeks ago.
As for Big Sky, their win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 11-4. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight games by eight runs or more this season.
For Big Sky's part, Briella Wilson made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Wilson has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in seven consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two doubles and two RBI. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Hayden Weaver was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-high in doubles (two). Another player making a difference was Aubrey Bykari, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Hellgate will take on rival Butte at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Meanwhile, Big Sky is set to challenge their familiar foe Helena at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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