Union Local dropped their record down to 9-6 on Thursday, which also ended the team's four-game streak of wins on the road. They took a 10-7 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Monroe Central Seminoles. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Seminoles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 8-7 back in March.
As for Monroe Central, the victory snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 6-7 record. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
For Monroe Central's part, the team relied heavily on Maclarin Craft, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits Craft has posted over her last ten contests. Jadyn Miller was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Union Local will challenge Bellaire at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Jets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Big Reds have averaged an impressive 9.3 runs per game this season. As for Monroe Central, they will face off against The Linsly School at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Seminoles are facing the Cadets at the right time seeing as the Cadets are stuck on a seven-game losing streak.
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