Seventy-First extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to eight on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-6. They came up short against the Pinecrest Patriots, falling 17-5. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Patriots this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 25-0 two weeks ago.
As for Pinecrest, their win was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-1. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three matchups by 12 runs or more this season.
For Pinecrest's part, Leah Gordon made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out eight over five innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts Gordon has posted since back in March of 2025. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. Gordon is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's snagged at least one every time she's taken the field this season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Leigha Fowler, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March of 2025. Lily Hensley was another key player, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two stolen bases and three runs.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Seventy-First will square off against Union at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Pinecrest, they will take on Lee County at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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