Metcalfe County had lost five straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 5-11 to make it six. They lost 15-0 to the Monroe County Falcons. The Hornets were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Falcons earlier this season, when they won 8-7.
As for Monroe County, their win ended a 14-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-16-1. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for their hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.
For Monroe County's part, Bryna Cain made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Cain was even better at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with four RBI and two runs. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Kylie Norris and Kendal Bautista did most of the damage at the plate: Norris went a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, two RBI, and one double, while Bautista went 2-for-3 with three runs, one double, and one RBI. That's the most runs Bautista has posted over her last 11 contests. The team also got some help courtesy of Audrina Norman, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two RBI and one run.
Looking ahead, Metcalfe County will venture away from home to face off against Fort Knox at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Monroe County, they will welcome Cumberland County at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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