Loudon can finally bid farewell to their four-game losing streak thanks to their game on Monday. They walked away with a 6-1 win over the McMinn Central Chargers. The victory was just what Loudon needed coming off of a 9-3 defeat in their prior match.
For McMinn Central's part, Lauren Peterson put in work no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Peterson was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI.
Peterson wasn't the only one making solid contact as six players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Riley Thompson, who went 1-for-3 with a double.
Loudon's win ended a 12-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-7. As for McMinn Central, their loss was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 4-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Loudon will take on South-Doyle at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for McMinn Central, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Copper Basin at 5:00 p.m.
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