Alcorn Central had to endure an eight-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 12-10 win over the Falkner Eagles on Tuesday. Alcorn Central's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Sydnee Norman made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up two earned runs off three hits. Norman was even better at the plate, going 3-for-5 with three runs, a triple, and a double.
In other batting news, Alcorn Central let Mylee Davis and Lacy Geer loose on the outfield. Davis went 3-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and a triple, while Geer scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-5. Lily Harper was another key contributor, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with a stolen base.
Alcorn Central's victory ended a seven-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-9-1. As for Falkner, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 3-3.
Alcorn Central didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 13-1 win vs. Baldwyn on the 16th. As for Falkner, they will head out on the road to challenge Pine Grove at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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