Martinsville extended their losing streak to six on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 7-13 in the process. They came up short against the Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City Bobcats, falling 14-4. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bobcats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 4-1 last Saturday.
Olivia Miller made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. That triple marked the first that she has hit this season. Harper Baird was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs and one double.
As for Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, their victory ended an eight-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 4-12. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City's side, Addison Wasson made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits (and not a single walk). Wasson was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, Macee Rodman was incredible, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with three stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. Those three stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Birgen Schlanser, who went 1-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Martinsville does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, they will face off against Neoga at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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