Jackson Heights was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss dating back to last season. They lost 18-3 to the Riverside [Wathena/Elwood] Cyclones. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Cyclones this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 11-4 on Thursday.
Gracie Cowsert was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, two RBI, and one double. That home run was her first of the season. Brynn Shupe was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
Jackson Heights' defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Riverside [Wathena/Elwood], the win keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Jackson Heights is set to square off against their familiar foe Oskaloosa at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Riverside [Wathena/Elwood] will face off against rival Atchison County at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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