Clay-Battelle extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 3-11 in the process. They lost 12-4 to the Turkeyfoot Valley Area Rams. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Rams this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-6 back in March.
Shyanne Carpenter was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, one triple, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Savannah Doshen, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
As for Turkeyfoot Valley Area, with the victory, they broke their four-game losing streak and moved their record to 2-5. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Turkeyfoot Valley Area's side, Rhylan Rugg made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits. Rugg has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 4-for-5 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. She also hit a double, marking her first of the season.
In other batting news, Maleigha Younkin was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles. She continues to improve, besting her previous run total in each of the last three games she's played. Ellie King was another key player, going 3-for-5 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Looking ahead, Clay-Battelle will square off against Lewis County at 6:00 p.m. on May 3. As for Turkeyfoot Valley Area, they are taking a road trip to challenge Ferndale at 4:15 p.m. on Monday.
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