Shannon extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-11. They lost 24-1 to the Houston Hilltoppers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Red Raiders of the 16-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2016.
As for Houston, their victory was their first in the district, bumping their district record up to 1-3 and their overall record up to 7-6. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Houston's part, Ella Kendall was incredible, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with five runs, two stolen bases, and two RBI. Those five runs gave Kendall a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Annie Brown, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs and two RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Shannon will venture away from home to take on Mooreville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Houston, they will face off against Ethel at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
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