Caldwell County fought the good fight in their extra-innings match against Hopkins County Central on Monday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Hopkins County Central Storm by a score of 4-3. Caldwell County was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Hopkins County Central apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
Jackie Farmer spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just one earned (and three unearned) runs on five hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Maci Tyler was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-3.
Caldwell County's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Hopkins County Central, the win got them back to even at 2-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Caldwell County will challenge Muhlenberg County at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Hopkins County Central, they will head out on the road to face off against Caldwell County at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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