The Boaz Pirates didn't have quite enough to beat the Community Vikings/Viqueens on Wednesday and fell 2-1. The Pirates have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Grier Maples
| 03/26/25 vs Community | 9 |
| 03/25/25 vs Columbia Central | 9 |
| 03/17/25 vs Fort Payne | 10 |
| 03/11/25 vs Douglas | 9 |
| 03/08/25 vs Southside | 7 |
| + 3 more games |
Grier Maples spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on seven hits and racked up nine Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Boaz saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Bailey Lusk, who scored a run while going 2-for-3. Lexie Bennett also deserves some recognition as she hit her first triple of the season.
Boaz's defeat dropped their record down to 14-5. As for Community, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 16-2-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Boaz will venture away from home to take on Etowah at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Community, they will head out to square off against Richland at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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