Jasper County extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 4-4. They lost 7-1 to the First Presbyterian Day Vikings. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Vikings this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-1 two weeks ago.
As for First Presbyterian Day, the win (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 9-1. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.3 runs over those games.
For First Presbyterian Day's part, Gracyn Fuller spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on zero hits and racked up 17 Ks. Fuller has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two hits in six consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Mallie Moughon, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Addison Arnold also deserves some recognition as she launched her first home run of the season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jasper County will welcome Taylor County at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for First Presbyterian Day, they will host Pinewood Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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