After only two runs in their last contest, Great Crossing made sure to put some runs up on the board against Anderson County on Thursday. Great Crossing won by a run and slipped past the Anderson County Bearcats 12-11. Great Crossing's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Ellie Hoover made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching four innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits (she also only allowed one walk). Hoover was also big at the plate, going 2-for-5 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Emma Sutton was incredible, going 4-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and a double. Kendall Meade was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Great Crossing pushed their record up to 3-1 with that victory, which was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 7.9 runs per game. As for Anderson County, they now have a losing record at 3-4.
Great Crossing will be playing in front of their home fans against Assumption at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The last four games Great Crossing has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Anderson County, they will head out on the road to challenge Male at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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