Lafayette County is on a seven-game streak of home losses dating back to last season, and Hermitage a four-game streak of away losses also dating back to last season. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Tuesday. The Lafayette County Cougars will be playing in front of their home fans against the Hermitage Hermits at 5:00 p.m. After the two teams made easy work of their previous opponents, one won't be so lucky on Tuesday.
Lafayette County lost a heartbreaker the last time they played Emerson, but it's fair to say they got their revenge given the result of Monday's contest. The Cougars put the hurt on the Pirates with a sharp 11-5 win on Monday. The result was nothing new for the Cougars, who have now won three games by six runs or more so far this season.
Saniya Davis was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out ten batters over seven innings while giving up five earned runs off seven hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 5-for-5 with five RBI, two runs, and one triple. Those five hits gave her a new career-high.
Peyton Bingle
| 04/13/26 @ Emerson | 4 |
| 03/13/26 vs Emerson | 3 |
| 04/17/25 vs Emerson | 3 |
| 04/02/26 @ Strong | 2 |
| 04/15/25 vs Hermitage | 2 |
In other batting news, Peyton Bingle was incredible, going 4-for-5 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two doubles. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Ke'Asia Biddle was another key player, getting on base in two of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Hermitage came into Friday's matchup having lost seven straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They never let Emerson get on the board and left with a 24-0 victory on Friday. The Hermits' offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last three games.
Like Lafayette County, Hermitage also got a great game from a two-way player: Aubrey Ramos. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Ramos was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four stolen bases, four runs, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Madison Outlaw was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run, five stolen bases, and four runs. That home run was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Kayleea Keller, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with six stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Hermitage kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Lafayette County's win bumped their record up to 3-7. As for Hermitage, their victory bumped their record up to 2-8.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Lafayette County hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .369. However, it's not like Hermitage struggles in that department as they've averaged .351. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Lafayette County might still be hurting after the 17-2 loss they got from Hermitage when the teams last played back in May of 2025. Will the Cougars have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
