Gideon extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 1-3. They lost 26-0 to South Pemiscot. Gideon was not able to make up for their loss to South Pemiscot from their previous meeting back in April of 2025.
As for South Pemiscot, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-5 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For South Pemiscot's part, Phoenix Simmons made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Simmons has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with five runs, two stolen bases, and four RBI. Those five runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Antonika Jones, who fired off two home runs, six RBI, and three runs while going 3-for-4. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Ma'Leah Duckworth was another key player, going a perfect 4-for-4 with five RBI and two runs.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Gideon will venture away from home to take on Clarkton at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for South Pemiscot, they will head out to square off against Bernie at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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