There's no place like home for Loyd Star, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They skirted past the Vicksburg Gators 5-4. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 11-9 back in February.
Layla Burt spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on five hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 11 consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Loyd Star saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Maddie Kate Britt, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4. Kenzie Kay Lofton was another, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
Hornets
| 04/10/25 vs Vicksburg | 5-4 |
| 04/01/25 vs West Lincoln | 8-3 |
| 03/27/25 vs Bogue Chitto | 2-0 |
| 03/03/25 vs Amite County | 18-0 |
Loyd Star's victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 16-5. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.8 runs on average over those games. As for Vicksburg, their record now sits at 5-12.
Coming up, Loyd Star will host Enterprise at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Vicksburg, they are taking a road trip to face off against Columbus at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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