Finneytown extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to eight on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-4 in the process. They lost 17-0 to the Taylor Yellowjackets. If the Wildcats were looking for revenge after losing 11-1 to the Yellowjackets when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Taylor, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups. That's provided a massive bump to their 4-4 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.2 runs on average over those games.
For Taylor's part, Ellie Stafford was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Stafford has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three RBI, one triple, and one run. That triple was her first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Emma King, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season. Another player making a difference was Ady Franke, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Coming up, Finneytown is taking a road trip to square off against Indian Hill at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Braves have averaged an impressive 11.8 runs per game this season. As for Taylor, they will be playing at home against Madeira at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Yellowjackets are facing the MUSTANGS/AMAZONS at the right time seeing as the MUSTANGS/AMAZONS are stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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