Middlesboro extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping them down to 8-12. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-8 heartbreaker at the hands of the Barbourville Tigers. That's two games in a row now that the Yellowjackets have lost by just one run.
As for Barbourville, their victory ended a ten-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-15. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since March 21, 2025.
For Barbourville's part, Lindsey Thomas was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and three unearned) runs off ten hits. Thomas has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That home run was her first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Bailee Branstutter, who went 2-for-5 with one home run, five RBI, and one triple. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Kyra Newsome, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs and one double.
Coming up, Middlesboro will square off against Knox Central at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Barbourville, they will challenge McCreary Central at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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