Kemp had lost ten straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 3-12 to make it 11. They lost 17-2 to the Canton Eagles. If the Yellowjackets were looking for revenge after losing 21-2 to the Eagles when the teams met back in April of 2025, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Kemp saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Maddie H, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one run and one RBI. That RBI marked the first that H has brought in this season.
As for Canton, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-10. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Canton's side, Rylee Busby made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out ten over 5.2 innings pitched. Busby has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with six RBI, three doubles, and one run. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, Canton got a massive performance out of Lily Cervantes, who went 4-for-5 with three runs, three RBI, and one triple. That's the most RBI Cervantes has posted since back in April of 2025. Addy Henderson was another key player, getting on base in five of her six plate appearances with four stolen bases and three runs.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Kemp will take on rival Van at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Canton is set to square off against their familiar foe Athens at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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