Sayre was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They lost 11-1 to the Towanda Black Knights. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Sayre of the 16-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
Sayre saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Rylee Lantz, who went 1-for-2 with a triple and an RBI.
On Towanda's side, Shaylee Greenland was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out seven over four innings pitched. Greenland has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Greenland was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Brooklyn Evans was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Payton Perry was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Sayre's defeat dropped their record down to 3-10. As for Towanda, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 11-8.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Sayre will take on Troy at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Troy is coming into the contest with five straight wins on the road, so Sayre will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Towanda, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Williamson at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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