Culver Academies lost against Knox back in May of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Culver Academies Eagles fell just short of the Knox Redskins by a score of 5-4. The loss continues a trend for Culver Academies in their matchups with Knox: they've now lost eight in a row.
For Knox's part, Cheryl Barnes was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Barnes has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Barnes was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-2 with two doubles and two RBI.
In other batting news, Kiana Doolittle and Addison Sponaugle did most of the damage at the plate: Doolittle went 2-for-3 with three RBI, while Sponaugle scored two runs while going 1-for-2.
Culver Academies' defeat dropped their record down to 2-8. As for Knox, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 10-6.
Culver Academies is on the road again on Thursday to play Argos at 5:30 p.m. As for Knox, they will be playing at home against Wheeler at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Wheeler's pitching crew has only allowed 2.5 runs per game this season, so Knox's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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