Billingsley was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They took an 8-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Isabella Mustangs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Billingsley of the 17-12 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in February.
Sadie Primm made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and a double.
On Isabella's side, Blair Underwood spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on four hits and racked up ten Ks. Underwood has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Anna Johnson was incredible, going 4-for-4 with three doubles, a stolen base, and two RBI. Amelia Fjeldstad was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
Billingsley's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 13-17. As for Isabella, their victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 8-9.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Billingsley will face off against Vincent at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Billingsley is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.4 runs per game this season. As for Isabella, they will head out on the road to take on Thorsby at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Thorsby's pitching crew has only allowed 4.1 runs per game this season, so Isabella's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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