Cumberland County had lost 19 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 3-14 to make it 20. They came up short against the Clarkrange Buffaloes, falling 10-2. If the Jets were looking for revenge after losing 14-6 to the Buffaloes when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Clarkrange, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-3. That eight run margin sets a new team best for them this season.
For Clarkrange's part, Haydan Copley made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Copley has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run and two runs. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Roslyn Atkinson and Abigail Wood did most of the damage at the plate: Atkinson went 2-for-3 with four stolen bases and two runs, while Wood went 2-for-3 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run. Wood also put up a double, which was her first of the season. Peyton Young was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cumberland County will venture away from home to challenge DeKalb County at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Tigers' pitching crew has only allowed 2.9 runs per game this season, so the Jets' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Clarkrange, they are taking a road trip to square off against Monterey at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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