Jefferson got themselves on the board against Kent-Meridian on Wednesday, but Kent-Meridian never followed suit. They blew past the Royals 18-0. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 21-0 back in April.
Lyla Smith
| 05/07/25 @ Kent-Meridian | 4 |
| 04/17/25 @ Beamer | 3 |
| 03/17/25 vs Kennedy Catholic | 3 |
| 05/05/25 vs Decatur | 2 |
| 05/02/25 @ Federal Way | 2 |
Lyla Smith was a standout: she went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one double. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Naomi Taylor, who went 1-for-2 with one home run and four RBI.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Jefferson kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 23 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least 15 hits in three consecutive matches.
Jefferson's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-14. As for Kent-Meridian, they are on a 16-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-17.
Looking ahead, Jefferson will host Beamer at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Kent-Meridian, they will head out to face off against Kentlake at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Falcons have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed nine runs per game on average), something the Royals will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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