Lincolnton had lost eight straight at home dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped down to 0-11 to make it nine. They lost 14-7 to the Bessemer City Yellow Jackets. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Yellow Jackets this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 16-1 on Tuesday.
Aerilyn Armstrong and Akira Connor stepped up to the plate in a big way. Armstrong went 1-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI, while Connor went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. Another player making a difference was Abigial Campbell, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with three stolen bases and one run.
As for Bessemer City, the victory got them back to even at 6-6. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six games by seven runs or more this season.
On Bessemer City's side, Addy Morehead was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits (and not a single walk). Morehead has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in nine consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with one home run and five RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since March 3rd.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lincolnton will welcome Cherryville at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Bessemer City, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against East Gaston at 6:00 p.m. The Warriors will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something the Yellow Jackets surely won't give up without a fight.
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