Washington extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to nine on Friday, dropping them down to 0-8. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-1 heartbreaker at the hands of the West Craven Eagles. The Pam Pack were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.
Joceyln Hodges was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with one triple, one stolen base, and one run. That triple was her first of the season.
As for West Craven, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a massive bump to their 3-3 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.8 runs on average over those games.
On West Craven's side, Cloey Sanders spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on six hits. Sanders has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, West Craven saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kayleigh Simpson, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one run and one double.
Coming up, Washington will be playing in front of their home fans against North Johnston at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Panthers' pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so the Pam Pack's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for West Craven, they will venture away from home to take on Pamlico County at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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