Minford extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping their season record down to 1-11 in the process. They came up short against the Eastern Eagles, falling 23-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-2 last Friday.
As for Eastern, their victory bumped their record up to 7-5. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six matchups by ten runs or more this season.
For Eastern's part, Leah Rader made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits (and not a single walk). Rader has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with three runs and one RBI.
In other batting news, Braelyn Bevins and Lynnleigh McCollister did most of the damage at the plate: Bevins went 4-for-5 with five runs, two stolen bases, and three doubles, while McCollister went 3-for-5 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits Bevins has posted since back in May of 2024. Madilen Day was another key player, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, one run, and one double.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Minford will head out to face off against Portsmouth West at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Eastern, they will challenge South Gallia at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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