Kouts extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 7-10 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-6 heartbreaker at the hands of the Hebron Hawks. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Hawks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-0 two weeks ago.
Sophia Tikalsky made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with one home run and three runs. Lillian Earle was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
As for Hebron, they pushed their record up to 7-9 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home. The home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.3 runs over those games.
On Hebron's side, Addison Toczek made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out ten batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and one unearned) runs off 13 hits (and only one walk). Toczek was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three stolen bases, and three runs. That home run was her first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Macey Siminski, who went 3-for-4 with two RBI. Another player making a difference was Addisyn Siminski, who went 2-for-4 with one run and one RBI.
Kouts wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next game, a 9-2 defeat against Pioneer on the 17th. As for Hebron, they have also already played their next contest, an 8-4 loss against Morgan Township on the 17th.
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