Blake had lost six straight at home dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped down to 2-8 to make it seven. They lost 12-0 to the Sherwood Warriors. Having soared to a lofty ten runs in the game before, the Bengals' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
As for Sherwood, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 11-0. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 11.8 runs this season.
For Sherwood's part, Reagan Corb was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Corb has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, Sherwood let Savannah Markwood and Emerson Long run wild. Markwood got on base in three of her four plate appearances with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run, while Long went a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. That's the most hits Long has posted since back in April of 2025. Cara Farr also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Coming up, Blake is taking a road trip to take on Springbrook at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Blue Devils have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 19.2 runs per game on average), something the Bengals will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Sherwood, they will challenge Paint Branch on Saturday.
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