Hampton extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 5-11. They came up short against the Sandy Creek Patriots, falling 29-2. Having soared to a lofty 15 runs in the game before, the Hornets couldn't push the score so high this time.
As for Sandy Creek, they are now 11-10, having gone 2-1 since their four-game losing streak ended. Considering they have won 10 matchups by more than six runs this season, another big win was nothing new.
For Sandy Creek's part, Emorie Frank made a splash no matter where she played. She tossed 3 innings while giving up just 1 earned (and one unearned) runs off one hit. The game also marked Frank's third in a row with at least two RBIs. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances while logging 1 home run, 4 runs, and 2 RBIs.
In other pitching news, Frank looked comfortable as she pitched 3 innings while giving up just 1 earned (and one unearned) runs off one hit. The game marked her third in a row with at least two RBIs.
Back at the plate, Sandy Creek got a massive performance out of Frank, who pitched 3 innings while giving up just 1 earned (and one unearned) runs off one hit. The game also marked Frank's third in a row with at least two RBIs. Another player making a difference was Sarai Chatman, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances while logging 4 stolen bases, 5 runs, and 2 walks.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hampton will venture away from home to square off against Salem at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Sandy Creek, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Mays at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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