Lee County has not done well against Model recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Lee County Bobcats won by a run and slipped past the Model Patriots 7-6. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Lee County.
Preslee Cundiff spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in six consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Lee County got a massive performance out of Natalie Price, who went 1-for-2 with a home run and three RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Trinity Price, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3.
On Model's side, Kaylyn Renfro made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole five bases while going 1-for-2. Another player making a difference was Aliyah Wever, who scored a run and stole three bases.
Lee County pushed their record up to 9-8 with that victory, which was their fourth straight at home. As for Model, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-9 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lee County will face off against Jackson County at 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Jackson County's pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so Lee County's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Model, they are on the road again on Monday to play Madison Central at 5:30 p.m.
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