It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Jo Byrns ultimately got the result they hoped for on Monday. They had just enough and edged the Blackman Blaze out 6-5. That's two games straight that Jo Byrns has won by just one run.
For Blackman's part, Madison Keel spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on 12 hits.
On the hitting side, Sophia Sullivan was cooking despite her team's loss, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two stolen bases, two RBI, and a double. Mollee Kent was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
Jo Byrns' victory bumped their record up to 10-7. As for Blackman, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost 16 of their last 18 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-23 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jo Byrns will take on Clarksville at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The last three games Jo Byrns has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Blackman, they will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Franklin County, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:30 p.m.
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