Millington Central extended their losing streak to four on Monday, dropping them down to 12-7. They came up short against the Munford Cougars, falling 13-3. The Trojans were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Cougars earlier this season, when they won 18-16.
Hayley Stevens was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, two runs, and one double.
As for Munford, they pushed their record up to 11-8 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven contests by ten runs or more this season.
On Munford's side, Addi Jones tossed a big game, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits (and only one walk). Those six strikeouts gave Jones a new career-high.
On the hitting side, Gracie Williams and Gabby Asbill did most of the damage at the plate: Williams went a perfect 4-for-4 with three RBI and two doubles, while Asbill went 2-for-4 with three runs, two RBI, and one double. Those two doubles gave Williams a new career-high. Molli Reece Johnson was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Millington Central will challenge Bolivar Central at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Trojans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Tigers have averaged an impressive 9.6 runs per game this season. As for Munford, they will face off against Collierville at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Dragons' pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so the Cougars' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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