If Paxton was feeling good off their 15-3 takedown of Vernon last Thursday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Paxton Bobcats took a 9-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Baker Gators on Friday. Paxton was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Baker apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
Alyssa Falk was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Bethany Raeder, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
On Baker's side, HANNAH TWITTY was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. TWITTY was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two RBI.
In other batting news, MYLEE FRAZIER was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing a base while going 4-for-4. ADALYNN ST. JOHN was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with a triple and a run.
Paxton's defeat dropped their record down to 4-4. As for Baker, they now have a winning record of 5-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Paxton will challenge Cottondale at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Cottondale is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.7 runs per game this season. As for Baker, they will head out on the road to face off against Walton at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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