Cherokee County and Brooks squared off in some playoff action on Monday, but Cherokee County had to settle for second. They lost 6-0 to the Brooks Lions. Cherokee County's loss signaled the end of their seven-game winning streak.
For Brooks' part, the result came thanks to Abby Herndon's shutout, as she gave up just four hits and racked up six Ks. Herndon has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in six consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Donna Faith Roberson was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last four games she's played. Karley Moreland was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
Cherokee County's defeat dropped their record down to 36-10. As for Brooks, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 13 of their last 15 matches, which provided a nice bump to their 34-8-1 record this season.
Cherokee County didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 5-4 victory vs. Prattville Christian Academy on the 13th. Brooks has also already played their next game, a 2-0 loss against Houston Academy on the 13th.
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