Hardin County extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to nine on Monday, dropping them down to 0-8. They fell 3-0 to the Century Centurions. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Cougars of the 13-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
As for Century, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 5-4. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.8 runs on average over those games.
For Century's part, Jaylee VanMeter was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run over seven innings pitched. VanMeter has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
VanMeter wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Kali Crain, who went 1-for-4 with one stolen base and one RBI. Jaicey Edwards also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hardin County will welcome Norris City-Omaha-Enfield at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The contest will give the Cougars their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Century, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Joppa-Maple Grove at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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