Berkeley Springs extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 5-15 in the process. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 16-1 to the Hedgesville Eagles, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-9 back in March.
As for Hedgesville, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 9-10-1. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous game.
For Hedgesville's part, Maggie Boyer was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out nine over four innings pitched. Boyer has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Mayla Ortega was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with three runs and three RBI. That's the most runs she has posted over her last 12 matchups. The team also got some help courtesy of Kayla Burns, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Berkeley Springs will host McConnellsburg at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Indians are facing the Spartans at the right time seeing as the Spartans are stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Hedgesville, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Martinsburg at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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