Ballard Memorial extended their losing streak to four on Monday, dropping their season record down to 15-11 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-1 heartbreaker at the hands of the Hickman County Falcons. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Falcons this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 9-4 last Tuesday.
Ballard Memorial saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was T Holman, who went 1-for-2 with one double and one RBI.
As for Hickman County, their record is now 15-8. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since April 10th.
On Hickman County's side, Kelton Hardy spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on four hits. Hardy has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Kaylee Britton, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI and one double. Karlie Kimbell also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Coincidentally, Ballard Memorial and Hickman County will both be playing Carlisle County the next time they take the field. The Falcons will head out to face the Comets at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Bombers will play them later in the day, at 6:00 p.m.
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