Hampton extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-3. They lost 15-7 to the Luella Lions. While the Hornets didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Lions 6-2 in the first period.
As for Luella, they have been on a roll lately: they've won 14 of their last 18 games. That gives them a 2-1 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.3 runs over those games.
For Luella's part, Khloe Hamilton made a big impact no matter where she played. She tossed 3 innings while giving up just 1 earned (and zero unearned) run off 3 hits against. Hamilton was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 while logging 3 RBI, 1 stolen base, and 1 run.
In other pitching news, Hamilton looked comfortable as she tossed 3 innings while giving up just 1 earned (and zero unearned) run off 3 hits.
Back at the plate, Luella let Kennedy Reliford and Jamiah Barnes run wild. Reliford went a perfect 3-for-3 while logging 1 home run, 2 stolen bases, and 3 RBI, while Barnes got on base in zero of her four plate appearances while logging 1 home run, 3 runs, and 1 double. Reliford also set a new season-high mark in RBI with 3. Syriah Shaw was another key player, going 1-for-3 while logging 3 RBI, 3 runs, and 1 double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hampton will head out to challenge Sandy Creek at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Luella, they will be staying on the road on Monday to face off against Griffin.
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