South Lenoir scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 22-7 margin over the James Kenan Tigers. South Lenoir might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won five contests by ten runs or more this season.
Ashley Sasnett made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out seven batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off five hits (and only one walk). Sasnett has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. Sasnett was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with two runs, two doubles, and a triple.
In other batting news, Makenzie Herring was incredible, going 3-for-4 with eight RBI, four runs, and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Carley Boone, who scored three runs while going 3-for-5.
On James Kenan's side, Jourdan Joe was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
South Lenoir has been performing well recently as they've won eight of their last ten matches, which provided a nice bump to their 11-5 record this season. As for James Kenan, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-10.
South Lenoir will head out on the road to face off against Wallace-Rose Hill at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. South Lenoir will be looking to extend their current five-game winning streak. As for James Kenan, they will head out on the road to challenge Southwest Onslow at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. James Kenan has given up an average of 10.6 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
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