Walnut Ridge lost against Salem last Wednesday, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Walnut Ridge Bobcats fell just short of the Salem Greyhounds by a score of 7-5. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Walnut Ridge in their matchups with Salem: they've now lost three in a row.
Ashtyn Bradley spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and six unearned) runs on six hits. Those seven innings set a new season-high mark for her.
At the plate, Maddie Burris was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3. Avery Anderson was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
Walnut Ridge's defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 7-6. As for Salem, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 7-0.
Walnut Ridge will head out on the road to challenge Cave City at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Salem, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Tuckerman at 4:00 p.m. Salem will be looking to keep their nine-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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