After six games on the road, Covington is heading back home. They will take on the Crockett County Cavaliers at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
Last Thursday, Covington suffered a tough 17-9 loss at the hands of Millington Central. Covington has not had much luck with Millington Central recently, as the team's come up short the last two times they've met.
Madison Hamm made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs while going 4-for-5. Another player making a difference was Kale Wheeler, who scored a run while going 2-for-5.
Meanwhile, Crockett County faced Arlington in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. Crockett County fell 5-2 to Arlington. Crockett County's defeat signaled the end of their five-game winning streak.
Anna Stallings was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: she pitched six innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits (she also didn't allow any walks). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up a single walk in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Piper White made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Covington's loss dropped their record down to 3-12. As for Crockett County, their defeat dropped their record down to 14-5.
Covington might still be hurting after the 15-0 loss they got from Crockett County in their previous meeting two weeks ago. Will Covington have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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