Weed had lost 12 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 2-20-1 to make it 13. They lost 19-3 to the Fall River Bulldogs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Cougars of the 14-4 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
As for Fall River, their victory ended a nine-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-15. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Fall River's part, Kayla Oilar made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run over seven innings pitched. What's more, Oilar posted five strikeouts, the most she's had since back in April. She was also big at the plate, going 4-for-5 with four runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played.
In other batting news, Fall River got a massive performance out of Kaydence Babcock, who went 2-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. Olivia Peterson was another key player, going 1-for-5 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
While Weed had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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