Heritage extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 5-5. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 5-4 heartbreaker at the hands of the South Adams Starfires. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last four times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
Elaine Bickel made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with one triple, one stolen base, and one run. Audra Bickel was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one home run.
As for South Adams, their win bumped their record up to 6-3. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last four times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
On South Adams' side, Shelby Weigel spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned runs on ten hits and racked up six Ks.
At the plate, Reece Beitler was excellent, going 2-for-3 with two doubles, two RBI, and one run. Avery Brown also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Coming up, Heritage will be playing in front of their home fans against Southern Wells at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Patriots' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Raiders have averaged an impressive 9.1 runs per game this season. As for South Adams, they will head out to face off against Union City at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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