Newport was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their ninth straight loss dating back to last season. They lost 18-3 to the Hoxie Mustangs. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mustangs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-1 back in March.
Newport saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Emma Toddy, who scored a run while going 1-for-2. Eliza Rodriguez also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Newport's defeat dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Hoxie, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-5 record this season.
Newport will venture away from home to face off against Walnut Ridge at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Hoxie, they will face off against Maynard at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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