Carroll can finally bid farewell to their three-game losing streak thanks to their game on Wednesday. They had just enough and edged the Union Parish Farmers out 9-8. The victory was just what Carroll needed coming off of a 15-0 defeat in their prior match.
Katelyn Harris spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six earned (and two unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up six Ks. Those seven innings set a new season-high mark for her.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Brooklyn Griffin, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-2. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen two or more in the last four games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of April Gray, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
Carroll's win bumped their record up to 7-5. As for Union Parish, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost seven of their last eight games, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-10 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Carroll will take on Lincoln Prep at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Lincoln Prep is coming into the contest with three straight losses on the road, meaning Carroll will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Union Parish, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Bastrop at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Bastrop and Union Parish are at an even 3-3 over their past six head-to-heads.
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