Fort LeBoeuf hit Erie with a four-run first inning on Tuesday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Royals took an 8-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Bison. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bison this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-3 two weeks ago.
Erie saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Hannah Nicklas, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
Erie has also traveled a rocky road recently, having lost eight of their last nine contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-12 record this season. As for Fort LeBoeuf, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 12-2.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Erie will take on rival General McLane at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Fort LeBoeuf is set to face off against their familiar foe Warren at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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