It was a good run, but Freeport unfortunately witnessed the end of their five-game winning streak on Tuesday. They fell just short of the Vernon Yellowjackets by a score of 6-4. Freeport was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Vernon apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2022.
Freeport saw seven different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Alexis Newsome, who went 2-for-4 with a stolen base, a double, and an RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Graison Dorr, who scored a run while going 1-for-4.
On Vernon's side, Renecia Hogans made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed seven innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits. Hogans was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Cheyenne Wilson was excellent, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3. Kaylen Houck was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Freeport's loss dropped their record down to 10-3. As for Vernon, their victory bumped their record up to 7-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Freeport's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Ponce De Leon at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Ponce De Leon is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.9 runs per game this season. As for Vernon, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Graceville at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Vernon is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 12.1 runs per game this season.
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