Sidney started off well but failed to capitalize on an early lead against Horseheads. They lost 12-4 to the Horseheads Blue Raiders on Monday.
For Horseheads' part, Chloe Perritt was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over six innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits (and not a single walk). Perritt was also big at the plate, going 1-for-5 with four RBI, a run, and a double.
In other batting news, Caitlin Yearick and Olivia French did most of the damage at the plate: Yearick scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances, while French went 2-for-5 with a home run, two stolen bases, and two RBI. Kailey McCormick was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
Sidney has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-4 record this season. As for Horseheads, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 6-4.
Sidney will head out on the road to challenge Afton at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Horseheads, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Elmira at 5:00 p.m.
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