Burkeville had lost 18 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 0-9 to make it 19. They lost 15-0 to the Brookeland Wildcats. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Wildcats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 17-0 on Tuesday.
As for Brookeland, they have been performing well recently as they've won ten of their last 12 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-4-2 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.6 runs over those games.
For Brookeland's part, Paige Powell was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Powell has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, earning two RBI, two runs, and three stolen bases. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, RaLea Bennett was a standout: she went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Elisabeth Lundquist, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs and two RBI.
Burkeville does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Brookeland, they will challenge West Sabine at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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