Prestonsburg is 2-8 against Martin County since April of 2019 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Monday. The Blackcats will be playing at home against the Cardinals at 6:00 p.m. Prestonsburg is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7 runs per game this season.
The home team had won the previous four meetings between Prestonsburg and East Ridge, and Prestonsburg kept the tradition alive. The Blackcats were the clear victors by a 16-5 margin over the Warriors on Friday. The Blackcats haven't had any issues with the Warriors recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive victory against them.
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Addison Wright was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with four RBI, two doubles, and one stolen base. Those doubles were her first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Candace Allen, who went 3-for-5 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That home run was her first of the season. Baylee Stephens was another key player, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, Martin County came up short against Wahama on Thursday, falling 12-2. The Cardinals have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
The win got Prestonsburg back to even at 4-4. As for Martin County, they now have a losing record of 4-5.
Prestonsburg took their victory against Martin County when the teams last played back in March by a conclusive 10-0 score. Do the Blackcats have another victory up their sleeve, or will the Cardinals turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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