If North Murray was riding high fresh off their 8-0 takedown of Pepperell on Thursday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Mountaineers fell just short of the Murray County Indians by a score of 3-2 on Tuesday. The Mountaineers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Indians earlier this season, when they won 10-2.
Chanley Langham was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: she struck out six batters over 6.2 innings while giving up three earned runs off seven hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Austynn Smith made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. That home run was her first of the season.
North Murray's record is now 10-16. As for Murray County, their victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 8-16.
Looking ahead, North Murray will head out on the road to face off against North Cobb Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Murray County, they will be playing at home against LaFayette at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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