Green Hope was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They lost 18-0 to the Panther Creek Catamounts. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Green Hope of the 18-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
For Panther Creek's part, Andrea Care was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Care has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Care was even better at the plate, going 4-for-4 with a home run, four runs, and three RBI.
In other batting news, Layla Lamar was incredible, going 3-for-3 with a home run, six RBI, and three runs. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last four games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Lauren Newman, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Green Hope's loss dropped their record down to 5-12. As for Panther Creek, the win was the seventh in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 10-5.
Coincidentally, both teams will both be playing Green Level the next time they take the field. Panther Creek will head out to face Green Level at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, while Green Hope will host them at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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