Lebanon dropped their record down to 17-9 on Thursday, which also ended the team's three-game streak of wins on the road. They came up short against the Southmont Mounties, falling 12-6. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mounties this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 8-2 on Tuesday.
Addy Zell made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 4-for-4 with two RBI and one run. Another player making a difference was Sophie Robison, who went 2-for-4 with one run and one double.
As for Southmont, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-7 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 11 matchups by six runs or more this season.
On Southmont's side, Ella Barry spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and one unearned) runs on 15 hits and racked up seven Ks.
At the plate, Catie Himes and Mallory Mason did most of the damage at the plate: Himes went 2-for-4 with one home run and four RBI, while Mason went 3-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and one double. That's the most hits Mason has posted since back in April. Anna Stokes was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lebanon will take on Terre Haute South Vigo at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Southmont, they will square off against Western Boone at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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