Sadly, Edisto is still looking for their first win of the season after four games. They suffered a rough 17-1 loss at the hands of the Branchville Yellow Jackets on Thursday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Edisto of the 18-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2023.
For Branchville's part, Kylie Starns was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out nine over four innings pitched. Starns was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Branchville let Kayden LaPiene and Lauren Shaw loose on the outfield. LaPiene scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4, while Shaw went 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI. LaPiene is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Taylor Shaw, who scored three runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Edisto's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Branchville, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 9-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Edisto will take on Woodland at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Branchville, they are on the road again on Thursday to play Bamberg-Ehrhardt at 7:00 p.m.
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