Daleville extended their losing streak to 12 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-12 in the process. They lost 15-0 to the Dale County Warriors. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Warriors this season, with their most recent loss being a 20-1 defeat back in March.
As for Dale County, the victory (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 23-10. Considering they have won 11 games by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Dale County's part, Madyson McLain and Shayleigh Whitman made a big impact no matter where they played. Throwing, McLain tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Whitman pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances. At bat, McLain went a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple, while Whitman went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs McLain has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Bre Wilkerson, who got on base in two of her three plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs. That's the most stolen bases she has posted over her last ten matchups. Leah Grace Snellgrove was another key player, going 1-for-2 with three runs.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Daleville will head out to face off against Carroll at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Warhawks are facing the Eagles at the right time seeing as the Eagles are stuck on a nine-game losing streak. As for Dale County, they will challenge Wicksburg at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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