R.A. Long extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 2-9-1 in the process. They came up short against the Ridgefield Spudders, falling 12-1. The Lumberjacks were not able to make up for their defeat to the Spudders from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
As for Ridgefield, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 10-2. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matchups by 11 runs or more this season.
For Ridgefield's part, Faith Smith made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and not a single walk). That's the most strikeouts Smith has posted since back in May of 2024. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, Charlie Harris was incredible, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and one triple. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Abbey Hite was another key player, going 2-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and one double.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. R.A. Long will take on Hudson's Bay at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Lumberjacks are facing the Eagles at the right time seeing as the Eagles are stuck on a seven-game losing streak. As for Ridgefield, they will face off against Washougal at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Panthers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 16.8 runs per game on average), something the Spudders will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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