Williston-Elko had lost five straight on the road, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 3-7 to make it six. They lost 17-5 to the Wagener-Salley War Eagles. The Blue Devils were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the War Eagles earlier this season, when they won 12-11.
As for Wagener-Salley, their record now sits at 8-11. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven matchups by six runs or more this season.
For Wagener-Salley's part, Kylee Hooker made a splash while hitting and pitching. She tossed five innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. Hooker has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on RaeLynn Poole, who earned one RBI, three runs, and one stolen base. Makenley Walling was another key player, getting on base in two of her four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Williston-Elko is set to challenge their familiar foe Ridge Spring-Monetta at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Wagener-Salley will square off against rival Hunter-Kinard-Tyler at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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