Patrick Henry extended their losing streak to ten on Friday, dropping their season record down to 1-14 in the process. They lost 18-0 to the Cave Spring Knights. If the Patriots were looking for revenge after losing 18-3 to the Knights when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Cave Spring, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-5. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Cave Spring's part, Madison Steffen was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out seven over five innings pitched. Steffen was also big at the plate, going 4-for-5 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Abigail Bradberry was incredible, going a perfect 5-for-5 with one home run, six RBI, and four runs. Those five hits gave her a new career-high. Alijah Reeves was another key player, going 3-for-4 with three runs and two RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Patrick Henry will challenge Franklin County at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Patriots' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 8.6 runs per game this season. As for Cave Spring, they will take on William Byrd at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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