Hernando extended their losing streak to six on Monday, dropping them down to 7-8. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 10-8 heartbreaker at the hands of the Cypress Creek Coyotes. The Leopards were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Coyotes apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2022.
KENDERLYN HART was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. The team also got some help courtesy of AMMARAE 'RAE' EASTON, who went 2-for-4 with two runs and two doubles.
As for Cypress Creek, they now have a winning record of 10-9. With that victory, they brought their scoring average up to 6.1 runs per game.
On Cypress Creek's side, Emily Bowling made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and five unearned) runs off 11 hits. Bowling has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three runs, one double, and one RBI. Those three runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Lily Briscoe, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three RBI, two doubles, and one stolen base. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Brianna Regan, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI and one run.
Coming up, Hernando will welcome Citrus at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Cypress Creek, they will head out to face off against Anclote at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Sharks have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 21.08 runs per game on average), something the Coyotes will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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