University Heights extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 3-7 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 10-9 heartbreaker at the hands of the McLean County Cougars. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Blazers of the 12-5 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2017.
Emily Dilday made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, one triple, and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Brooke Hancock, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
McLean County's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-7-1. Their offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last six games.
On McLean County's side, Ava McCarty made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. McCarty has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two stolen bases and one run. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Abby Walker was incredible, going 2-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and one stolen base. Those hits marked the first that she has got this season. Another player making a difference was Kaydence Stokes, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with two runs and one RBI.
Coming up, University Heights will host Dawson Springs at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for McLean County, they will head out on the road to square off against Muhlenberg County at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Mustangs will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Cougars surely won't give up without a fight.
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