Hilliard extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 1-4. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 10-8 heartbreaker at the hands of the Sandalwood Saints. The Red Flashes were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Saints apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
As for Sandalwood, the win got them back to even at 3-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since April 21, 2025.
For Sandalwood's part, Kelsie Salter was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched seven innings while giving up just one earned (and seven unearned) runs off ten hits. Salter was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one RBI.
In other batting news, Madison Heath was incredible, firing off two home runs and five RBI while going 2-for-5. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Leelee Gwinn, who went 3-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Hilliard will head out to challenge Old Plank Christian Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Sandalwood, they will venture away from home to face off against Wolfson at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Saints will need to watch out since the Wolfpack have now posted at least ten runs every time they've taken the field this season.
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