Munford extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 27-10. They fell 13-8 to the Ashville Bulldogs. The Lions were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Bulldogs earlier this season, when they won 7-6.
Kastin Lathem made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and fired off two home runs and four RBI while going 2-for-3. Ashtyn Bishop was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one home run and two RBI.
As for Ashville, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 20-13-1. Ashville's win was all the more impressive since Munford was averaging only 3.59 runs allowed on the season.
On Ashville's side, Lexi St. John spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six earned (and two unearned) runs on ten hits and racked up seven Ks. St. John has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 17 consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Ashville let Ansley Brashier and Karleigh Grier run wild. Brashier went 2-for-5 with one home run, six RBI, and two runs, while Grier went 3-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles. That's the most doubles Grier has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Brooklynn Mikus, who went 2-for-4 with three runs and two doubles.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Munford will square off against Sylacauga at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Aggies have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.62 runs per game on average), something the Lions will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Ashville, they will venture away from home to face off against White Plains at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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