Johnson extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 13 on Wednesday, dropping them down to 0-6. They came up short against the University Charter Trail Blazers, falling 23-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Trail Blazers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 28-0 last Tuesday.
As for University Charter, they pushed their record up to 6-2 with the win, which was their fourth straight on the road. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matchups by eight runs or more this season.
For University Charter's part, Sadie Dixon made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Dixon has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up a single hit in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base. That stolen base was her first of the season.
In other batting news, University Charter got a massive performance out of Rachel Lacoste, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one home run and three RBI. Those three RBI gave Lacoste a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Rylee Egbert, who got on base in two of her four plate appearances with four runs and one RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Johnson will head out to take on Hatch at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for University Charter, they will venture away from home to square off against Tuscaloosa Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Trail Blazers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Knights have averaged an impressive 12.3 runs per game this season.
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