McCook extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-4. They came up short against the Hastings Tigers, falling 12-0. If the Bison were looking for revenge after losing 10-0 to the Tigers when the teams met back in August of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Hastings, they pushed their record up to 2-2 with the win, which was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season. The home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.6 runs on average over those games.
For Hastings' part, ELLA TINSMAN made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). TINSMAN has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with five RBI and one double. That double was her first of the season.
In other batting news, GRACIE CRAIG was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. Those hits marked the first that she has got this season. PYPER WITTE was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs and one stolen base.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. McCook will venture away from home to take on Cozad at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Hastings, they will head out to square off against Bennington at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Tigers 3.8, the Badgers 3) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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