Switzerland County extended their losing streak to six on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 1-12 in the process. They lost 13-1 to the Gallatin County Wildcats. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Pacers of the 9-8 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
Regan Beard was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run.
As for Gallatin County, their win was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 18-12. The result was nothing new for the Wildcats, who have now won 12 games by six runs or more so far this season.
On Gallatin County's side, Isabella Olivigni and Bella Runyon made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Olivigni struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Meanwhile, Runyon pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances. At the plate, Olivigni got on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs, while Runyon went 1-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Those three runs gave Runyon a new career-high.
In other batting news, Jayden Riddle and Zeva Cozine did most of the damage at the plate: Riddle got on base in three of her four plate appearances with three stolen bases, one run, and one RBI, while Cozine went 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Those three stolen bases gave Riddle a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Daylen Florence, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Switzerland County is taking a road trip to take on Oldenburg Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Twisters have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.09 runs per game on average), something the Pacers will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Gallatin County, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Bishop Brossart at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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