Owego Free Academy dropped their record down to 9-2 on Friday, which also ended the team's four-game streak of wins on the road. They came up short against the Elmira Express, falling 12-6. The pitching woes were uncharacteristic for the River Hawks, who until this matchup were averaging four runs allowed.
Owego Free Academy saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Joslyn Space, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base. Another was Geneva Crawford, who went 1-for-3 with two runs.
As for Elmira, their record is now 5-6. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five contests by six runs or more this season.
On Elmira's side, Ava Cornacchio made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched seven innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off eight hits. Cornacchio was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, Addison Taft was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April. Madelynn Cavalier was another key player, going 1-for-3 with one home run and three RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Owego Free Academy will challenge Waverly at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Elmira, they will head out to challenge Corning-Painted Post at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Hawks' pitching crew has only allowed 1.8 runs per game this season, so the Express' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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