Newport fought the good fight in their extra-innings contest against Manila on Monday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They took a 13-8 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Lions. The Greyhounds just can't catch a break and have now endured six defeats in a row.
Lexi Hembrey
| 04/21/25 vs Manila | 7 |
| 04/15/25 vs Rivercrest | 5 |
| 04/14/25 @ White County Central | 7 |
Lexi Hembrey put in work while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over eight innings while giving up four earned (and nine unearned) runs off 12 hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one triple and one run. That triple was her first of the season.
In other batting news, Carlene Ford was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. That double marked the first that she has hit this season. Another player making a difference was Madison Steward, who went 2-for-4 with one triple and two RBI.
Newport's loss dropped their record down to 1-12. As for Manila, they moved to 5-9 with that win, which also ended their six-game losing streak.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Newport will host White County Central at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Manila, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Marked Tree at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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