Columbus East extended their losing streak to seven on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 4-8 in the process. They fell 10-7 to the Franklin Community Grizzly Cubs. The defeat was just more heartbreak for the Olympians who fell 6-4 when the teams previously met back in May of 2024.
Columbus East got a good showing from Foster Raegyn, who tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. That's the fewest hits Raegyn has allowed over her last seven matchups.
On the hitting side, Thaise Jessup made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two runs and one RBI. Jade Hampton was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
As for Franklin Community, they now have a winning record of 6-5. The win continues a trend for them in their matchups with Columbus East: they've now won seven in a row.
On Franklin Community's side, Bryleigh Carlisle-Haltom spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and five unearned) runs on eight hits. Carlisle-Haltom has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Addie Martin was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games she's played. Madynn Grant also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Coming up, Columbus East will face off against Jennings County at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Franklin Community, they will challenge Mooresville at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Pioneers will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something the Grizzly Cubs surely won't give up without a fight.
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