Calhoun extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 3-8. They lost 13-1 to the Cartersville Hurricanes. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since September 20, 2022, but that streak is no more.
Calhoun saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Maggy Abernathy, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one run.
As for Cartersville, their win bumped their record up to 12-2. The result was nothing new for the Hurricanes, who have now won six matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
On Cartersville's side, Zoie Shiflett made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Shiflett has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Kennedy Crenshaw was incredible, firing off two home runs and six RBI while going 2-for-3. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Sophia Harper, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
Looking ahead, Calhoun will venture away from home to square off against Adairsville at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Cartersville, they will challenge Woodland at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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