Pike was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their 15th straight defeat. They lost 12-0 to the Kokomo Wildkats.
For Kokomo's part, Taylor Reed made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Reed has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Reed was also big at the plate, going 3-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Liliana Lamberson, who went 3-for-3 with a home run, four RBI, and a double. Another player making a difference was Emma Lees, who went 2-for-2 with three RBI, a triple, and a run.
Pike's loss dropped their record down to 2-21. As for Kokomo, they now have a winning record of 12-11.
Pike didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 17-0 win vs. Greenwood Christian Academy on the 18th. Kokomo has also already played their next game, a 5-3 defeat against Logansport on the 20th.
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