Auburn extended their losing streak to ten on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-15. They lost 20-0 to the Kentwood Conquerors. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Conquerors this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 19-3 on April 2nd.
As for Kentwood, their win ended a six-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-10. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Kentwood's part, Gabby Greenwood made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out 14 over five innings pitched. Greenwood has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in nine consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Gabriella Solis-Drayton was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Jordyn Butts, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with four runs, three RBI, and one triple.
Looking ahead, Auburn will head out to challenge Stadium at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Trojans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Tigers have averaged an impressive 6.9 runs per game this season. As for Kentwood, they will be playing at home against Kennedy Catholic at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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