Elkins was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 12-1 to the Lewis County Minutemen. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Elkins of the 13-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
For Lewis County's part, Macey Franklin was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run over five innings pitched. Franklin was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Courtney Boggs, who went 2-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and a double. Mackenzie Gregory was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Elkins' loss dropped their record down to 6-10. As for Lewis County, their win was their 18th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 18-5.
Elkins does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Lewis County, they will head out on the road to take on Roane County at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Lewis County is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.6 runs per game this season.
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