North Pitt extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 31 on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-17. They came up short against the SouthWest Edgecombe Cougars, falling 18-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Cougars this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-0 back in March.
As for SouthWest Edgecombe, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-7 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six matchups by 11 runs or more this season.
For SouthWest Edgecombe's part, Callie-Ann Webb made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out 11 over four innings pitched. Webb has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in nine consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Mackenzie Moore (UNCG) was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. What's more, she posted two doubles, the most she's had since back in March. Chonel Cosey was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base.
Coming up, North Pitt will head out to face off against Eastern Wayne at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for SouthWest Edgecombe, they will square off against Fike at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Demons have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 14.47 runs per game on average), something the Cougars will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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