Federal Hocking kicked off their season on the road on Monday and hit a couple of potholes. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 24-3 walloping at the hands of the Alexander Spartans. Federal Hocking was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Alexander apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
For Alexander's part, Rylee Bush made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching four innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. Bush was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with two RBI.
In other batting news, Maddie Brookins and Kaylee Hudnall did most of the damage at the plate: Brookins scored five runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances, while Hudnall scored four runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Macie Swart was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Federal Hocking will take on Oak Hill at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Alexander, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Eastern at 5:00 p.m.
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