Waldport extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to nine on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-8. They came up short against the Myrtle Point Bobcats, falling 24-14. Even if the Irish couldn't come away with the victory, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
Myrtle Point's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last four times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
For Myrtle Point's part, they let Bailie Detzler and Raylee Murray run wild. Detzler went 4-for-5 with one home run, five stolen bases, and four runs, while Murray went 3-for-5 with one home run, four stolen bases, and four runs. Murray is crushing it when it comes to hits: she's got at least three every time she's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Michaela Gorst, who got on base in five of her six plate appearances with three stolen bases, four runs, and one RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Waldport is set to face off against their familiar foe Eddyville at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Myrtle Point will square off against rival Reedsport at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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