Franklin-Simpson extended their losing streak to six on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 12-20 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 4-3 heartbreaker at the hands of the Logan County Cougars. The Wildcats were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Cougars earlier this season, when they won 6-5.
Franklin-Simpson saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Allie Utley, who went 1-for-4 with two stolen bases.
As for Logan County, their win bumped their record up to 7-12. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted against Franklin-Simpson since April 12, 2023.
On Logan County's side, Addison Cartas spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on two hits and racked up eight Ks.
At the plate, Kalie Taylor was excellent, going 2-for-5 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Looking ahead, Franklin-Simpson will venture away from home to square off against Greenwood at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Gators' pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so the Wildcats' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Logan County, they have already played their next game, a 10-3 win against Russellville on the 7th.
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