Sadly, Horton is still looking for their first win of the season after 14 matches. They took a 16-13 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Atchison County Tigers in Monday's second game. One positive for Horton, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Alexis Becker was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Laila Pahmahmie, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Even though they lost, Horton always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .611. That's the best OBP they've managed all season.
On Atchison County's side, they got a big performance out of Lauren Smith, who scored three runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Josie Sutley was another key contributor, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs, a triple, and an RBI.
Horton's loss dropped their record down to 0-14. As for Atchison County, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-8.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Horton will take on Jackson Heights at 4:30 p.m. in Monday's first game. As for Atchison County, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Troy at 4:30 p.m. in Monday's first game.
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