Shelbyville extended their losing streak to 11 on Friday, dropping their season record down to 1-12 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 5-4 heartbreaker at the hands of the Central A & M Raiders. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Raiders this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 8-2 back in April.
Kenzie Jones made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI. That double was her first of the season.
As for Central A & M, the win snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 11-13 record. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since March 17th.
On Central A & M's side, Gwyn Hardimon was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out ten batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off nine hits (and not a single walk). Hardimon has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Riley Hazelwonder, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one run. Another player making a difference was Sophie Roe, who went 1-for-4 with one stolen base and two RBI.
Coming up, Shelbyville will be playing in front of their home fans against Teutopolis at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Central A & M, they will challenge Lincolnwood at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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