Shaw extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to seven on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-5. They took a 10-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Marion County Eagles. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-8 last Wednesday.
As for Marion County, their record now sits at 5-1. While they didn't have the best season last year (they finished 14-18), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
For Marion County's part, Lindsay Bagley made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Bagley has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, Kinsley Barrow was excellent, going 2-for-4 with three runs and one stolen base. Harley Grier also deserves some recognition as she got her first hit of the season.
Coming up, Shaw will venture away from home to square off against Sumter County at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Marion County, they will host Hawkinsville at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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