Switzerland County extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-5 in the process. They came up short against the Providence Pioneers, falling 14-3. If the Pacers were looking for revenge after losing 12-1 to the Pioneers when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Bri Stow spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and ten unearned) runs on five hits.
On the hitting side, Hayley Adams made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one double, and one RBI.
As for Providence, they pushed their record up to 7-2 with the victory, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season. The road wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.0 runs on average over those games.
On Providence's side, Lainey Weber (2028) made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 12 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. Weber (2028) has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-5 with three RBI, two runs, and one double.
In other batting news, Presley Hegedus (2026) was excellent, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. Those stolen bases were her first of the season. Presley Flowers (2028) was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Switzerland County will face off against New Washington at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Mustangs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 13.5 runs per game on average), something the Pacers will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Providence, they will square off against Corydon Central at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Panthers will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something the Pioneers surely won't give up without a fight.
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