Booker T. Washington was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They suffered a tough 17-1 loss at the hands of the Todd County Central Rebels. Having soared to a lofty 11 runs in the game before, Booker T. Washington couldn't push the score so high this time.
Booker T. Washington saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Cassidy Bardin, who scored a run and stole three bases while going 1-for-1.
On Todd County Central's side, Addison Woodall made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and only one walk). Woodall has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Woodall was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Naomi Welborn was a standout: she got on base in all five of her plate appearances with five RBI, two doubles, and a triple. Abby Williams was another key contributor, scoring four runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Booker T. Washington's defeat dropped their record down to 4-11. As for Todd County Central, their win ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 6-7.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Booker T. Washington will square off against Aletheia Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Booker T. Washington is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.8 runs per game this season. As for Todd County Central, they will be staying on the road on Friday to face off against Orange Beach at 6:30 p.m. Orange Beach will roll in looking for their 21st straight victory, something Todd County Central surely won't give up without a fight.
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