Maplewood extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-3. They lost 28-5 to the Pearl-Cohn Firebirds. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Firebirds this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 23-4 on Tuesday.
Alesha Barbee made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went a perfect 1-for-1 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one triple. Anaya Guerra was another key player, going a perfect 1-for-1 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
As for Pearl-Cohn, they picked up their first road victory, bumping their record up to 2-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Pearl-Cohn's side, they got a massive performance out of Amari Brooks, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with seven stolen bases, four runs, and one triple. Brooks also put up an RBI, which was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Rileigh Miller, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with seven stolen bases, four runs, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Maplewood will host Mount Juliet Christian Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Pearl-Cohn, they will welcome Glencliff at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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