Princeville had lost three straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 8-23 to make it four. They lost 24-10 to the Abingdon/Avon Tornadoes. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Tornadoes this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 6-2 on Tuesday.
Mekaya Cihla made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with two doubles, one run, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Sierra Stahl, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
As for Abingdon/Avon, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 13-16. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Abingdon/Avon's side, Addy Onion made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing four innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits. Onion has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted over her last 14 matchups.
In other batting news, Taylor Ford was incredible, going 5-for-6 with one home run, five runs, and six RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Myli Webber, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one triple.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Princeville will challenge Galva at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Princes are facing the Wildcats at the right time seeing as the Wildcats are stuck on an 11-game losing streak. As for Abingdon/Avon, they will square off against ROWVA/Williamsfield at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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