West Carroll came into this matchup off a tough ten-run loss last Monday. This time they kept things ultra-competitive, but unfortunately the final result was the same. They fell just short of the Madison Mustangs by a score of 3-1 on Tuesday. The War Eagles were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Mustangs earlier this season, when they won 4-2.
Karma Wilkey put in work no matter where she played. She struck out ten batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off eight hits (and not a single walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Wilkey wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Gracelyn Vernon, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base.
West Carroll has also been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-8 record this season. As for Madison, they moved to 3-6 with that victory, which also ended their four-game losing streak.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. West Carroll will welcome Clarksburg at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Madison, they will square off against Adamsville at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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