Washington extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-5. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-7 heartbreaker at the hands of the Pamlico County Hurricanes. The Pam Pack were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Hurricanes apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.
Megan Hudson made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI. Those hits marked the first that she has got this season. Honor Edwards was another key player, getting on base in two of her four plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
Pamlico County's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since April 19, 2025.
On Pamlico County's side, Avery Cain made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off ten hits. Cain has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base. Those three runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Payton Force, who went 1-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. Another player making a difference was Melody Armstrong, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Washington will face off against Bear Grass Charter at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Pamlico County, they will square off against White Oak at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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