Paris extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping them down to 15-13. They lost 14-1 to the Mt. Zion Braves. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Tigers of the 4-3 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
Morgan Coombes was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with one home run.
As for Mt. Zion, they are on a roll lately: they've won 15 of their last 19 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 21-13 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 17 contests by six runs or more this season.
On Mt. Zion's side, Nikki Ellegood made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Ellegood has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with two runs and one stolen base. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April.
In other pitching news, Journey Snow looked comfortable as she pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 13 consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Avelyn Ethell was a standout: she went a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. That's the most runs she has posted over her last 11 matchups. Chloe Williams was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs.
Looking ahead, Paris will host West Vigo at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Mt. Zion, they are taking a road trip to face off against Meridian at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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