Handley extended their losing streak to seven on Friday, dropping their season record down to 14-18-1 in the process. They came up short against the Elmore County Panthers, falling 13-2. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Panthers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2023.
As for Elmore County, with the victory, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 18-14. The result was nothing new for the Panthers, who have now won 11 matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
For Elmore County's part, Bailey Gardner looked comfortable as she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits.
On the hitting side, Addy Peaden and Brooklynn Berry did most of the damage at the plate: Peaden went 2-for-3 with one home run and five RBI, while Berry went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most hits Berry has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Addison Hicks, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Handley will be taking part in a tournament against Munford at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 9.2 runs per game this season. As for Elmore County, they will challenge Reeltown at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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