Ponce De Leon came into this matchup off a tough nine-run defeat last Tuesday. This time they kept things ultra-competitive, but unfortunately the final result was the same. They fell just short of the Freeport Bulldogs by a score of 6-4 on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Pirates have suffered against the Bulldogs since April 19, 2022.
Kiyann Alford put in work no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed 4.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
Alford wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Clara Martin, who went 1-for-4 with two RBI.
Ponce De Leon has also been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season. As for Freeport, the victory got them back to even at 6-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ponce De Leon will face off against Graceville at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 15.57 runs per game on average), something the Pirates will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Freeport, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Walton at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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