Hornell's game last Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Wednesday. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Avon Braves a 1-0 shutout. That's more bragging rights for Hornell, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
For Avon's part, Jessie Crye spent all 7.2 innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on seven hits and racked up 18 Ks. Crye has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than seven innings every time she's pitched this season.
Hornell's win bumped their record up to 3-6. As for Avon, their loss ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 7-3.
Hornell will stay at home for another game and welcome Haverling at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Avon, they will head out on the road to take on Warsaw at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Avon's pitching crew has only allowed 2.3 runs per game this season, so Warsaw's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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