Roane County extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping them down to 8-17. They lost 26-8 to the Scott Skyhawks. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Skyhawks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-0 on Monday.
As for Scott, their victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 22-7. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Scott's part, Ava Sampson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Sampson has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up a single earned run in six consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two runs and two RBI.
In other batting news, Hannah Miller was a standout: she got on base in all five of her plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Those three stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Addie Griggs, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with four runs and three RBI.
Roane County does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Scott, they will venture away from home to square off against Sissonville at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Indians' pitching crew has only allowed 1.2 runs per game this season, so the Skyhawks' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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