Minford was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 9-2 to the Fairland Dragons. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Minford of the 13-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Fairland's part, Kaylee Salyer was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits. Salyer has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in 12 consecutive pitching appearances. Salyer was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Ally Shepherd was excellent, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4. Makena Black was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Minford's loss dropped their record down to 2-9. As for Fairland, they pushed their record up to 11-4 with that win, which was their seventh straight at home.
Minford will head out on the road to challenge Jackson at 12:00 p.m. on Friday. Jackson's pitching crew has only allowed 3.1 runs per game this season, so Minford's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Fairland, they will be playing at home against Dawson-Bryant at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Dawson-Bryant will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Fairland surely won't give up without a fight.
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