Hamilton extended their losing streak to six on Friday, dropping them down to 2-14. They came up short against the Moody Bearcats, falling 17-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bearcats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-3 on March 3rd.
As for Moody, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-10-2 record this season. The result was nothing new for Moody, who have now won seven contests by ten runs or more so far this season.
For Moody's part, Shelby Slaughter was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. Slaughter has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. Those three runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Zhari Chapman was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with one home run, seven RBI, and two runs. Those seven RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Emma Ward, who went 3-for-4 with one home run and four RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Hamilton is set to face off against their familiar foe Bosqueville at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Moody will square off against rival Crawford at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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