McNairy Central had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They won by a run and slipped past the Hardin County Tigers 6-5. The win was just what McNairy Central needed coming off of an 11-1 defeat in their prior game.
Bailee Shelton made a big impact no matter where she played. She tossed 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Shelton was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Carlee Shelton was incredible, going 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and a stolen base. Paige Mercer was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
McNairy Central's victory bumped their record up to 2-3. As for Hardin County, they dropped their record down to 0-4 with that loss, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season.
McNairy Central will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Kossuth at 5:30 p.m. on April 1st. As for Hardin County, they will head out on the road to challenge Jackson South Side at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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