Vestavia Hills extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 11-17-1 in the process. They came up short against the Hewitt-Trussville Huskies, falling 12-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Rebels have suffered against the Huskies since April 20, 2021.
As for Hewitt-Trussville, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine games. That's provided a massive bump to their 26-12 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 15 matchups by six runs or more this season.
For Hewitt-Trussville's part, Zaylen Tucker was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single hit and allowed only one earned run over five innings pitched. Tucker was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one triple.
In other batting news, Corey Goguts was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one home run the last three times she's played. Another player making a difference was Peyton Hull, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Vestavia Hills will take on West Point in a tournament on Friday. As for Hewitt-Trussville, they will be taking part in a tournament against Saraland at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. The Spartans' pitching crew has only allowed 2.6 runs per game this season, so the Huskies' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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