Landstown is 8-2 against Cox since March of 2017, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Landstown Eagles will look to defend their home field against the Cox Falcons at 5:00 p.m. Given that the pair suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
On Thursday, Landstown didn't have quite enough to beat Salem and fell 2-1. Landstown has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Hailey Akers spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on six hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Aleigh Earp made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a triple and a run.
Meanwhile, Cox was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell just short of Tallwood by a score of 5-4.
Cox also got a good showing from Chloe Vice, who pitched four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits.
At the plate, Lindsey Baber was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
Landstown's defeat dropped their record down to 7-10. As for Cox, their loss dropped their record down to 10-7.
Landstown might still be hurting after the 11-5 defeat they got from Cox in their previous meeting back in April. Will Landstown have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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