Terrell County extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to eight on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-5. They lost 25-0 to the Early County Bobcats. The matchup marked the first time this season in which the Greenwave were not able to get on the board.
As for Early County, their victory was their first in the region, bumping their region record up to 1-5 and their overall record up to 2-7. The win continues a trend for them in their matchups with Terrell County: they've now won nine in a row.
For Early County's part, Lailah Means made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Means was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one triple.
In other batting news, Yoselin Garcia was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Ja'Kayleigh Ealey was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs.
Coming up, Terrell County will venture away from home to face off against Seminole County at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Early County, they will welcome Calhoun County at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Cougars have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 15.64 runs per game on average), something the Bobcats will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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