Rock Hill extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 4-8 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-5 heartbreaker at the hands of the Dawson-Bryant Hornets. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Redmen have suffered since March 22nd.
As for Dawson-Bryant, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last eight games. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-3 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.4 runs over those games.
For Dawson-Bryant's part, Abbie Deeds was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 16 over seven innings pitched. Deeds has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than ten strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two runs. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Rylee Black, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. Izzy Kitts also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Coming up, Rock Hill will square off against St. Vincent-St. Mary at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Fighting Irish will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Redmen surely won't give up without a fight. As for Dawson-Bryant, they will challenge Gallia Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. The Hornets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Blue Devils have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season.
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