Staunton had lost 15 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 3-10 to make it 16. They came up short against the Stuarts Draft Cougars, falling 23-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Cougars this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 20-1 back in April.
As for Stuarts Draft, their record now sits at 7-8. The game marked their most dominant victory of the season.
For Stuarts Draft's part, Karlee Layne and Addyson Dameron were major factors while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Layne tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Dameron pitched three innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. At bat, Layne went 3-for-4 with three runs and two RBI, while Dameron went 3-for-4 with three runs, four RBI, and one stolen base. That stolen base was Dameron's first of the season.
In other batting news, Dakota Potter was a standout: she went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Addy Coyner was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Staunton will head out on the road to face off against Waynesboro at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Stuarts Draft, they will face off against Miller School of Albemarle at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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