Gretna was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat. They fell just short of the Chatham Cavaliers by a score of 3-2. Gretna was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Chatham apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April.
Alyssa Keesee spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on seven hits and racked up 14 Ks. Those 14 strikeouts set a new season-high mark for her.
At the plate, Hailey Walker made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
Gretna's defeat dropped their record down to 4-13. As for Chatham, they now have a winning record of 10-9.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gretna will take on William Campbell at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Chatham, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Altavista at 5:30 p.m.
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