Ringgold can finally bid farewell to their six-game losing streak thanks to their game on Monday. They put the hurt on the Murray County Indians with a sharp 7-1 win. The Tigers' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Emorie Coles spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up nine Ks. Those nine strikeouts set a new season-high mark for her.
On the hitting side, Breanna Freeman was incredible, going 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI. Those RBI marked the first that she's brought in this season. Jillian Eaker was another key player, going 1-for-2 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
Ringgold didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with nine strikeouts. That's the most strikeouts they've managed all season.
Ringgold's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 2-7. As for Murray County, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-4.
Ringgold will head out to face off against North Cobb Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Ringgold is no doubt hoping to put an end to a nine-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Murray County, they will welcome Coahulla Creek at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Coahulla Creek's pitching crew has only allowed 3.1 runs per game this season, so Murray County's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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