Cabool extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-10. They lost 18-4 to the Salem Tigers. The Bulldogs were not able to make up for their loss to the Tigers from their previous meeting back in April of 2025.
As for Salem, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 6-4. The result was nothing new for the Tigers, who have now won six matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
For Salem's part, Maddie Mercer was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Mercer has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, four runs, and five RBI. With that strong performance, she is now averaging an impressive 2.1 runs per game.
In other batting news, Josie Bowers was a standout: she went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Alexis White, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with three stolen bases and three runs.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cabool will venture away from home to take on Liberty at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Salem, they will head out to challenge East Carter at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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