Hancock County extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 11-13 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 1-0 heartbreaker at the hands of the Ohio County Eagles. The Hornets were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Eagles earlier this season, when they won 6-3.
Hancock County saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Baylee Estes, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base.
As for Ohio County, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a massive bump to their 17-16-1 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.3 runs on average over those games.
On Ohio County's side, the result came thanks to Madyson Crowe (2027)'s shutout, as she gave up just five hits. Crowe (2027) has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hancock County will venture away from home to take on Muhlenberg County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Ohio County, they will head out to challenge Todd County Central at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Rebels have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.05 runs per game on average), something the Eagles will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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