Sadly, Rocky Mount is still looking for their first win of the season after eight games. Their tough 29-4 loss to the Roanoke Rapids Yellowjackets on Thursday might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Rocky Mount of the 20-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
For Roanoke Rapids' part, Kalissa Williams was a major factor no matter where she played. She tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Williams was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with a double and an RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Lydia Carroll, who went 4-for-4 with a home run, seven RBI, and four runs. Shakyla Odom was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Rocky Mount's loss dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Roanoke Rapids, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-1.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Bunn the next time they take the field. Rocky Mount will head out to face Bunn at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, while Roanoke Rapids will host them at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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