After a string of four wins, Poyen's good fortune finally ran out on Friday. They fell just short of the Bigelow Panthers by a score of 6-4. Poyen has struggled against Bigelow recently, as their game on Friday was their third consecutive lost matchup.
For Bigelow's part, Briley Starks made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). Starks has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Starks was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Hana Staples was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4. She continues to roll, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played.
Poyen's defeat dropped their record down to 8-3. As for Bigelow, their win was their seventh straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 10-6.
Poyen will challenge Conway Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Poyen is facing Conway Christian at the right time seeing as Conway Christian is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Bigelow, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Magnet Cove at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Magnet Cove will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something Bigelow surely won't give up without a fight.
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