Crittenden County couldn't quite beat Union County on Thursday, but the two-run margin was a huge improvement compared to the six-run defeat they were dealt last Monday. The Crittenden County Rockets fell just short of the Union County Braves by a score of 7-5. The loss continues a trend for Crittenden County in their matchups with Union County: they've now lost three in a row.
For Union County's part, Peyton Jenkins spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits. Jenkins has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Ava Arnett, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Audrey Staley, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 3-for-4.
Crittenden County's defeat dropped their record down to 9-15. As for Union County, the victory got them back to even at 12-12.
Crittenden County will head out on the road to square off against Murray at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Union County, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Hopkins County Central at 6:00 p.m. Union County is on a three-game streak of home losses, Hopkins County Central a four-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change.
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