After flying high against Harrison last Friday, Russellville came back down to earth. The Cyclones fell just short of the Clinton Yellowjackets by a score of 7-5 on Monday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Cyclones have suffered since April 30, 2024.
Brooklynn Hayes and Ava Brock stepped up to the plate in a big way. Hayes fired off two home runs, three runs, and one double while going 3-for-4, while Brock fired off two home runs while going 2-for-4. Those home runs were Hayes' first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Emma Skiles, who went 2-for-4 with two doubles and one RBI.
Russellville has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-7 record this season. As for Clinton, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 6-4.
Looking ahead, Russellville will welcome Alma at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Clinton, they will venture away from home to challenge Robinson at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Yellowjackets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Senators have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season.
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