Salem had lost 11 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 5-15 to make it 12. They fell just short of the Patrick Henry Patriots by a score of 4-3. The Spartans were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Patriots earlier this season, when they won 6-4.
As for Patrick Henry, with the victory, they broke their four-game losing streak and moved their record to 3-15. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since April 15th.
For Patrick Henry's part, the team relied heavily on Kassidy Corker, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs. That's the most runs Corker has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Carlee Coleman, who went 1-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Salem will host Glenvar at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Highlanders will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each game than the last. As for Patrick Henry, they will challenge Floyd County at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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