Caston extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-5 in the process. They came up short against the Kokomo Wildkats, falling 19-12. The Comets were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Wildkats apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Caston got a massive performance out of Natalie Warner, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. That triple was Warner's first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Mia Mersch, who went 2-for-3 with four stolen bases and three runs.
As for Kokomo, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 5-2. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Kokomo's side, Lucy Goad made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over four innings while giving up three earned (and five unearned) runs off only one hit. Those six strikeouts gave Goad a new career-high. She was even better at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Kokomo got a massive performance out of Lanaya Buckner, who fired off two home runs, three runs, and three RBI while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. That's the most RBI Buckner has posted since back in April of 2024. Kinley Martin was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI.
Looking ahead, Caston will take on Twin Lakes at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Comets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Indians have averaged an impressive 6.4 runs per game this season. As for Kokomo, they will square off against Western Boone at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Wildkats will need to watch out since the Stars have now posted at least ten runs in their last three games.
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