Perry was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They lost 17-8 to the Upper Scioto Valley Rams. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Perry of the 15-4 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
Lexenna Lee and Hannah Johnson did some serious damage despite the final result: Lee scored two runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances, while Johnson scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Makenna Dray, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Even though they lost, Perry was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with six doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
On Upper Scioto Valley's side, Raegan Castle made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up six earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Castle has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Castle was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Patiance Cole, who scored four runs and stole five bases while going 4-for-4. Another player making a difference was Sydney Christensen, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5.
Perry's defeat dropped their record down to 4-11. As for Upper Scioto Valley, their win bumped their record up to 7-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Perry's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on McComb at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Perry is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.7 runs per game this season. As for Upper Scioto Valley, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Arlington at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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