
Braves
04/14/25 @ Murray | 21 |
04/14/25 @ Murray | 20 |
04/21/25 @ Hopkins County Central | 16 |
03/27/25 vs Hopkins County Central | 16 |
05/02/25 vs Owensboro | 15 |
Union County hadn't done well against Madisonville-North Hopkins recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Braves put the hurt on the Maroons with a sharp 12-2 victory. The Braves might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 14 matches by seven runs or more this season.
Peyton Jenkins spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on four hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Sydney Thomas was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March. Miley Mendoza was another key player, going 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
Union County always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .541. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Madisonville-North Hopkins only posted an OBP of .240.
Union County's win bumped their record up to 18-14. As for Madisonville-North Hopkins, their loss dropped their record down to 19-8-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Union County will host Crittenden County at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Madisonville-North Hopkins, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Trigg County at 6:00 p.m. The Maroons are facing the Wildcats at the right time seeing as the Wildcats are stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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