Southeast Whitfield County had lost nine straight on the road, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 8-19 to make it ten. They fell just short of the Hiram Hornets by a score of 12-10. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Raiders have suffered since September 9th.
As for Hiram, with the victory, they broke their four-game losing streak and moved their record to 6-19. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since September 15th.
For Hiram's part, Sophie Epperson was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched seven innings while giving up just two earned (and eight unearned) runs off nine hits. Epperson was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs and two RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in September.
In other batting news, Marlee Greathouse was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. Dannielyn Smith was another key player, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs.
Southeast Whitfield County does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Hiram, they will head out to take on Mt. Zion at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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