Evansville Harrison was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 14-2 to the Evansville North Huskies. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Evansville Harrison of the 12-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
Anna Bullington and Jordan Mackey stepped up to the plate in a big way. Bullington scored a run while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances, while Mackey scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-4.
On Evansville North's side, Jessica Sisson looked comfortable as she pitched four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits. Sisson has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Jinnis Gerth was incredible, firing off two home runs, five RBI, and a double while going 3-for-5. Another player making a difference was Kennedy Jones, who scored three runs while going 3-for-5.
Evansville Harrison's defeat dropped their record down to 6-11. As for Evansville North, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games, which provided a nice bump to their 11-11 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Evansville Harrison will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Castle, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:00 p.m. Castle will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something Evansville Harrison surely won't give up without a fight. As for Evansville North, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Vincennes Lincoln at 5:00 p.m.
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