Irmo lost against Dutch Fork back in March of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Monday. The Irmo Yellowjackets took a 7-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Dutch Fork Silver Foxes. Irmo has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
For Dutch Fork's part, Layla Peppers spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three runs (all of which were unearned) on five hits and racked up seven Ks.
On the hitting side, Allie Boone was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Olivia Hill, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Irmo now has a losing record at 7-8. As for Dutch Fork, their win ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Irmo will square off against Ridge View at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Ridge View is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 12.5 runs per game this season. As for Dutch Fork, they will head out on the road to take on Chapin at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Chapin's pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Dutch Fork's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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