After low-scoring totals in their previous five contests, Hunt brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They were the clear victors by a 19-1 margin over the Smithfield-Selma Spartans on Thursday. The victory continues a trend for the Warriors in their matchups with the Spartans: they've now won eight in a row.
Makayla Coley
| 04/10/25 @ Smithfield-Selma | 8 |
| 03/18/25 @ Southern Wayne | 5 |
| 03/14/25 vs Smithfield-Selma | 5 |
| 03/12/25 @ Nash Central | 4 |
| 03/28/25 vs West Johnston | 1 |
Makayla Coley looked comfortable as she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out eight over four innings pitched. Those eight strikeouts gave her a new career-high.
On the hitting side, Kennedie Carnahan was a standout: she scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. What's more, she posted two RBI, the most she's had since back in February. Melaina Dixon was another key player, scoring four runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Hunt always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .667. They are 3-1 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Hunt's win bumped their record up to 4-11. As for Smithfield-Selma, they are on a 27-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-15.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hunt will square off against Southern Wayne at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Smithfield-Selma, they will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on South Johnston at 6:00 p.m. on the 22nd. The Trojans will roll in looking for their 15th straight victory, something the Spartans surely won't give up without a fight.
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