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| 04/15/26 - Away | 2-1 W |
| 04/01/26 - Home | 1-11 L |
| 03/17/25 - Away | 12-2 W |
| 03/06/25 - Home | 4-15 L |
| 04/17/24 - Away | 3-13 L |
| + 5 more games |
Rockingham County took a ten-run loss the last time they faced off against McMichael, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Cougars came out on top in a nail-biter against the Phoenix on Wednesday, sneaking past 2-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Cougars have posted since May 31, 2025.
Ava Grace Pruitt made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one home run. That home run was her first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Chloe Furgurson, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run and one stolen base.
Rockingham County lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've posted since back in March.
The victory made it two in a row for Rockingham County and bumps their season record up to 10-4. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 1 runs in those games. As for McMichael, their defeat ended a 16-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 15-3.
Coincidentally, Rockingham County and McMichael will both be playing Morehead the next time they take the field. The Cougars will host the Panthers at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, while the Phoenix will host them at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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