Paducah Tilghman had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 14-13 victory over the Crittenden County Rockets on Saturday. The high-scoring effort was just what Paducah Tilghman needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
Mia Bobbitt was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over six innings while giving up four earned (and six unearned) runs off nine hits (and not a single walk). Bobbitt was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Audreya White, who scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last nine games she's played. Another player making a difference was Sophie Key, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3.
Paducah Tilghman's win bumped their record up to 18-11. As for Crittenden County, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last eight games, which put a noticeable dent in their 11-19 record this season.
Paducah Tilghman does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Crittenden County, they will head out on the road to square off against Livingston Central at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Livingston Central will roll in looking for their 18th straight victory, something Crittenden County surely won't give up without a fight.
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