After a string of three wins, Frankfort's good fortune finally ran out on Monday. They fell 11-6 to the Crab Orchard Trojans. Frankfort was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Crab Orchard apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
Lainee Dunston stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: she went 2-for-3 with two RBI and a double. Makayla Joyner was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 1-for-4.
On Crab Orchard's side, Jada Hatton made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up six earned runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Hatton has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Hatton was even better at the plate, going 3-for-4 with four RBI and a triple.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Chelsi Miskelley, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Miskelley is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's stolen at least one every time she's taken the field this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Kayden Glover, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.
Having lost for the first time this season, Frankfort fell to 3-1. As for Crab Orchard, the win got them back to even at 2-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Frankfort will take on Sparta at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Crab Orchard, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Wayne City at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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