Greenon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 10-9 heartbreaker at the hands of the Triad Cardinals. The Knights were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cardinals apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2025.
Kylie Birt put in work no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and five unearned) runs off seven hits. Birt was even better at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and one double. That home run was her first of the season.
In other batting news, Peyton Walker was cooking despite her team's loss, going 4-for-5 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run. Lyberti Carpenter was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
Greenon's defeat dropped their record down to 6-11. As for Triad, the win snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 4-14 record.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Greenon will welcome Springfield at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Triad, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Catholic Central at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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