Heritage was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They took a 9-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Emerson Mavericks. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Heritage of the 12-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
For Emerson's part, Addison Hudnall was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (she also didn't allow any walks). Hudnall was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Ellie Thurman and Amilee Stapp did most of the damage at the plate: Thurman scored a run while going 2-for-4, while Stapp went 2-for-4 with a triple, a run, and a double. Lauren Short was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
Heritage's defeat dropped their record down to 9-13-3. As for Emerson, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 18-9 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Heritage will take on Walnut Grove at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Walnut Grove will roll in looking for their 25th straight victory, something Heritage surely won't give up without a fight. As for Emerson, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Memorial at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Emerson is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.6 runs per game this season.
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