In what's become a running theme this season, Henry County gave their fans yet another huge victory on Thursday. They put the hurt on the West Creek Coyote with a sharp 12-1 win. That's more bragging rights for Henry County, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Henry County got a great performance from Irelynn Beecham as she struck out nine batters over 4.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and only one walk). Beecham has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Layne Latimer was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Jocelyn Lee, who went 3-for-3 with two doubles, a triple, and two RBI.
Henry County's victory bumped their record up to 20-4. As for West Creek, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Henry County will take on Creek Wood at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Henry County is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.2 runs per game this season. As for West Creek, they will be playing at home against Fort Campbell at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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