Arcola's game last Monday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Martinsville Bluestreaks 9-7. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Arcola also won the last time the pair played back in April of 2023.
Kacie Sisk made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out seven batters over 5.2 innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits. Sisk has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Sisk was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ema Simpson, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Kaydence Nichols, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4.
On Martinsville's side, Brylee Reed spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and four unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Addi Adams made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Kamryn Remlinger, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Arcola's victory bumped their record up to 2-5. As for Martinsville, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 3-3.
Arcola will be playing in front of their home fans against Okaw Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Martinsville, they will head out on the road to take on Blue Ridge at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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