Hayesville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 20-6 walloping at the hands of the Hiwassee Dam Eagles. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Hayesville of the 12-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Wednesday.
Lillie McClure was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with three doubles, two RBI, and a run. Danielle Anderson was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
Even though they lost, Hayesville was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with seven doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
On Hiwassee Dam's side, Olivia Williams made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up five earned runs off seven hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Williams was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Brinkley Payne was a standout: she went 3-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Katie McNabb, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 4-for-4.
Hayesville's defeat dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Hiwassee Dam, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Hayesville will head out on the road to take on Swain County at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Hayesville is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season. As for Hiwassee Dam, they will be playing at home against Murphy at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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