Frankfort dropped their record down to 13-6 on Monday, which also ended the team's three-game streak of wins at home. They came up short against the Anna-Jonesboro Wildcats, falling 9-2. Having soared to a lofty 13 runs in the game before, the Redbirds couldn't push the score so high this time.
As for Anna-Jonesboro, their win bumped their record up to 19-3. Considering they have won 17 games by more than five runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
For Anna-Jonesboro's part, Ruby Yates spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on five hits. Yates has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than one walk in 16 consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Ariana Turner was incredible, firing off two home runs while going 3-for-4. That's the most home runs she has posted since back in April of 2024. Kansas Craig was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, one run, and one double.
Looking ahead, Frankfort will take on Carmi-White County at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Anna-Jonesboro, they will venture away from home to take on Benton at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Rangers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.81 runs per game on average), something the Wildcats will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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