Phillips extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 41 on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-23 in the process. They lost 16-1 to the Hackleburg Panthers. Unfortunately, that's the fourth time they've come up short against the Panthers this season, with their most recent defeat being a 15-0 loss on April 11th.
As for Hackleburg, they pushed their record up to 31-9 with the win, which was their 18th straight at home dating back to last season. The home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.6 runs over those games.
For Hackleburg's part, Ellie Nichols made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. What's more, Nichols posted five strikeouts, the most she's had since back in March. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.
In other batting news, Saylor Cooper was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits she has posted over her last 12 games. Braylynn Pope was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one home run and four runs.
Phillips does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Hackleburg, they wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next match, a 14-1 win against Lynn on the 28th.
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