Benton extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Wednesday, dropping them down to 0-3. They came up short against the Bucktail Bucks, falling 19-0. The Tigers were not able to make up for their loss to the Bucks from their previous meeting back in April of 2025.
As for Bucktail, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 5-2 record this season. That looming 19-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Bucktail's part, Carrie Ditty made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Ditty was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and one run. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, Eva Sockman was a standout: she went a perfect 4-for-4 with two triples, four RBI, and one run. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2025. Another player making a difference was Kendall Wagner, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Benton is set to square off against their familiar foe Montgomery at 4:30 p.m. on the 23rd. Meanwhile, Bucktail will take on rival Sugar Valley Rural at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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