Nitro had lost eight straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 1-3 to make it nine. They came up short against the Herbert Hoover Huskies, falling 12-4. The Wildcats were not able to make up for their defeat to the Huskies from their previous meeting back in April of 2025.
Zoe Hyatt made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one double. That double marked the first that she has hit this season.
As for Herbert Hoover, their victory bumped their record up to 3-1. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Herbert Hoover's side, Jocelyn Schafer spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on six hits.
At the plate, Emma Hanson was incredible, going 2-for-3 with two triples, three runs, and two RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April of 2025. Another player making a difference was Campbell Lunsford, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Nitro will host Sissonville at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Herbert Hoover, they will welcome Nicholas County at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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