Poca extended their losing streak to three on Saturday, dropping them down to 1-16. They came up short against the Scott Skyhawks, falling 22-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Skyhawks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-0 back in April.
As for Scott, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six games. That's provided a nice bump to their 20-5 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 11 matchups by seven runs or more this season.
For Scott's part, Kambri Beard made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, Beard posted three strikeouts, the most she's had since back in April. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Rikki Bailey and Ava Sampson did most of the damage at the plate: Bailey went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles, while Sampson got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. That's the most RBI Bailey has posted since back in March. Hannah Miller was another key player, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Coming up, Poca will be playing in front of their home fans against St. Joseph Central at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Scott, they will venture away from home to face off against Winfield at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Generals' pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so the Skyhawks' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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