Mayfield came into Monday's matchup having lost five straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top against the Carlisle County Comets by a score of 5-2 on Monday. That's more bragging rights for Mayfield, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Jo Jo Fox was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits. Jo Fox has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Jo Fox was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Karter Lancaster, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
On Carlisle County's side, Olivia Webb spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and four unearned) runs on six hits.
On the hitting side, Anna Russelburg made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
Mayfield's victory bumped their record up to 6-13. As for Carlisle County, they dropped their record down to 3-16 with that defeat, which was their third straight at home.
Mayfield will take on Hickman County at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Carlisle County, they will head out on the road to challenge Community Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Carlisle County is facing Community Christian at the right time seeing as Community Christian is stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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