Jefferson extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping them down to 1-3. They lost 15-3 to the White River Hornets. If the Raiders were looking for revenge after losing 18-6 to the Hornets when the teams met back in April of 2025, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Jefferson saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Delaney Merritt, who went 2-for-3 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. Merritt also put up a double, which was her first of the season. Jesabella Arceo was another, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
As for White River, the win got them back to even at 2-2. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On White River's side, Natalie Harris made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Harris was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run.
In other batting news, White River got a massive performance out of Emmery Thompson, who went 3-for-5 with five RBI, three doubles, and two runs. Those three doubles gave Thompson a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Abby Akins, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with five stolen bases and three runs.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Jefferson will take on rival Auburn Mountainview at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, White River is set to challenge their familiar foe Federal Way at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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