Franklin County had lost three straight on the road, but on Saturday they dropped their record down to 9-8 to make it four. They fell just short of the New Castle Trojans by a score of 2-1. That's two games in a row now that the Wildcats have lost by just one run.
Franklin County saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Bailey Kaiser, who went 1-for-3 with one run.
As for New Castle, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since May 1, 2024.
On New Castle's side, Sydney Dobbs spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on two hits. Dobbs has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
Coming up, Franklin County is taking a road trip to face off against Lawrenceburg at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for New Castle, they will welcome New Palestine at 5:30 a.m. on Monday.
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