Pope County posted their closest victory since April 30, 2024 on Tuesday. They had just enough and edged out the Carrier Mills-Stonefort Wildcats 10-9. That's more bragging rights for the Pirates, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Bella Fasolo
| 04/08/25 vs Carrier Mills-Stonefort | 5 |
| 03/24/25 @ Eldorado | 3 |
| 03/18/24 vs Eldorado | 3 |
| 03/15/24 @ Frankfort | 3 |
| 03/27/25 vs Cobden | 2 |
Bella Fasolo was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing four innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Fasolo was even better at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Jaydan Holmes was excellent, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Mazzie Burkhead, who went 3-for-4 with one RBI.
Pope County's win bumped their record up to 4-6. As for Carrier Mills-Stonefort, their loss was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-2.
Coming up, Pope County will head out to face off against Goreville at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Pirates' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Blackcats have averaged an impressive 11.3 runs per game this season. As for Carrier Mills-Stonefort, they will head out on the road to take on Crab Orchard at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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