Academy of Richmond County fought the good fight in their extra-innings match against Westside on Thursday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Patriots by a score of 10-9. The Musketeers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Patriots earlier this season, when they won 14-6.
Kimauri Jackson put in work while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched seven innings while giving up just two earned (and five unearned) runs off seven hits. Jackson was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Keturah Wilburn led a balanced group of hitters, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with one home run, one stolen base, and two RBI. Kimauni Jackson was another key player, getting on base in four of her six plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
Academy of Richmond County's defeat dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Westside, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Academy of Richmond County will welcome Burke County at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Bears have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.55 runs per game on average), something the Musketeers will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Westside, they will take on Hephzibah at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Rebels have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 18.75 runs per game on average), something the Patriots will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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