Russell extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-2. They lost 14-5 to the Colby Eagles. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 8-2 on Thursday.
As for Colby, they pushed their record up to 6-0 with the win, which was their 13th straight at home dating back to last season. The result was nothing new for the Eagles, who have now won five games by six runs or more so far this season.
For Colby's part, Ryler Carter spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned runs on 11 hits.
At the plate, Myka Nolan was a standout: she went a perfect 4-for-4 with four runs and four RBI. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Fia Tubbs, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Russell will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Ellinwood at 4:00 p.m. on the 16th. As for Colby, they will challenge Thomas More Prep-Marian at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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