Northwest Cabarrus was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last matchup, but they sure didn't let that happen against Carson on Friday. The Trojans put the hurt on the Cougars with a sharp 16-3 win. The Trojans might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four games by eight runs or more this season.
Haylee Ellis made a splash while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run while striking out eight over six innings pitched. She has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 4-for-5 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base.
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In other batting news, Tatum Krolak was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three runs, four RBI, and two doubles. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Kinsley Jung, who went 3-for-5 with four runs, two stolen bases, and one RBI.
Northwest Cabarrus kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 21 hits. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
With the victory, Northwest Cabarrus broke their four-game losing streak and moved their record to 4-5. As for Carson, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-6.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Northwest Cabarrus is set to challenge their familiar foe Jay M. Robinson at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Carson will square off against rival South Rowan at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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