Hemphill dropped to 15-5-1 on Friday, ending the team's three-game streak of wins on the road. They came up short against the West Sabine Tigers, falling 17-8. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Hornets have suffered since April 25, 2025.
Baleigh Alonzo made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two runs and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Rylie Corley, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
As for West Sabine, the win (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 12-2-2. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On West Sabine's side, Khloe Mattingly made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched five innings while giving up just one earned run off six hits. Mattingly has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with one RBI. Those three hits gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Presslie Murphy was incredible, going 4-for-5 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season. Gracie Ross was another key player, going 2-for-5 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
Looking ahead, Hemphill will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Corrigan-Camden at 5:00 p.m. The Bulldogs' pitching crew has only allowed 1.6 runs per game this season, so the Hornets' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for West Sabine, they are taking a road trip to challenge Colmesneil at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bulldogs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.36 runs per game on average), something the Tigers will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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