Wayne City extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 4-10 in the process. They came up short against the Farina South Central Cougars, falling 12-6. The Indians were not able to make up for their loss to the Cougars from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
As for Farina South Central, their victory was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 15-8. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 12 matchups by six runs or more this season.
For Farina South Central's part, Maddie Peddicord made a splash while hitting and pitching. She pitched six innings while giving up five earned (and one unearned) runs off eight hits. Peddicord has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, Amelia Montes was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two RBI and one run. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March. Kinlee Thompson was another key player, getting on base in two of her five plate appearances with two runs and two RBI.
Coming up, Wayne City will square off against Webber at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Indians are facing the Trojans at the right time seeing as the Trojans are stuck on a ten-game losing streak. As for Farina South Central, they will be taking part in a tournament against Lawrenceville at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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