North Edgecombe extended their losing streak to nine on Tuesday, dropping them down to 2-12. They came up short against the East Columbus Gators, falling 27-0. While getting shut out isn't ideal, the Warriors haven't been shut out since back in March.
As for East Columbus, their victory was their eighth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 19-5. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 17 contests by six runs or more this season.
For East Columbus' part, Gracie Coyle was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Coyle has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, East Columbus got a massive performance out of Mackenzi Clemmons, who fired off two home runs, four runs, and two triples while going 5-for-4. That's the most runs Clemmons has posted since back in March. Jenna King was another key player, firing off two home runs, four runs, and two stolen bases while going 4-for-4.
North Edgecombe does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for East Columbus, they didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 10-0 win against North East Carolina Prep on the 8th.
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