Holmes had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by a 21-9 margin over the Newport Wildcats on Friday. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Holmes also won the last time the pair played back in March.
Carlie Riley and Carly Rowekamp did most of the damage at the plate: Riley got on base in four of her five plate appearances with a home run, three runs, and four RBI, while Rowekamp got on base in all five of her plate appearances with a home run, three stolen bases, and three runs. Another player making a difference was London McElfresh, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-5.
Holmes' victory bumped their record up to 2-8-1. As for Newport, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-11.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Holmes will take on Augusta at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Augusta is coming into the match with four straight defeats at home, meaning Holmes will have to defend against a team hungry for a win. As for Newport, they will head out on the road to challenge Lloyd Memorial at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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