Potosi extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping them down to 7-12. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 14-13 heartbreaker at the hands of the Bourbon War Hawks. Even if the Trojans couldn't come away with the win, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
Eve Litton made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-5 with three runs, three RBI, and one triple. That triple was her first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Kaydence Eden, who went 2-for-5 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
As for Bourbon, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 15-4. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.8 runs on average over those games.
On Bourbon's side, Lauryn Hercules was incredible, firing off three triples, four RBI, and one run while going 3-for-5. Hercules is on a roll when it comes to triples, as she's now hit at least one in each of the last three games she's played. Brianna Bouse was another key player, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Potosi will welcome Arcadia Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Bourbon, they will be playing at home against Houston at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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