Elysian Fields managed to slip by Jefferson the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Yellowjackets lost 16-5 to the Bulldogs on Saturday. It was the first time this season that the Yellowjackets let down their fans at home.
Libby Simms made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with three RBI, one run, and one double. Another player making a difference was Madi Giddens, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Elysian Fields' loss dropped their record down to 8-4. As for Jefferson, their win ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-7.
Coming up, Elysian Fields will be playing in front of their home fans against Shelbyville at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Yellowjackets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Dragons have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Jefferson, they will head out on the road to take on Beckville at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday.
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