Hopatcong was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They lost 13-3 to the Newton Braves. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Hopatcong of the 14-9 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
Avery Miller made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Hopatcong's loss dropped their record down to 3-16. As for Newton, their win bumped their record up to 8-12.
Coincidentally, the pair will both be playing Warren Hills Regional the next time they take the field. Hopatcong will head out to face Warren Hills Regional at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, while Newton will head out to face them at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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