Raleigh-Egypt extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 3-6 in the process. They came up short against the Millington Central Trojans, falling 16-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Pharaohs of the 2-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2024.
As for Millington Central, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups. That's provided a massive bump to their 14-13-1 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.8 runs over those games.
For Millington Central's part, Katie Graves made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Graves has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most hits she has posted since back in May of 2024.
In other batting news, Hayley Stevens and Jade Fowler did most of the damage at the plate: Stevens went 2-for-3 with three RBI, one triple, and one run, while Fowler went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs and one RBI. That's the most hits Fowler has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Grace Bell, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs and one RBI.
Coming up, Raleigh-Egypt will head out to face off against Middle College at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Millington Central, they will welcome Tipton Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 2.4 runs per game this season, so the Trojans' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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