Northern Nash can finally bid farewell to their three-game losing streak thanks to their game on Thursday. They blew past the Franklinton Rams 8-2. For Northern Nash, this counts as revenge for the 10-7 defeat Franklinton walked away with the last time they faced one another back in March.
Emily Clay was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out six over seven innings pitched. Clay was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
In other batting news, Emma Shingleton was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. Macie Sides was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
On Franklinton's side, Madison Lada spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and four unearned) runs on ten hits. Lada has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Kaylei Main and Chelsea Jones stepped up to the plate in a big way. Main went 1-for-3 with a triple, a stolen base, and an RBI, while Jones went 2-for-4 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
Northern Nash's win bumped their record up to 4-10. As for Franklinton, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season.
Northern Nash will head out on the road to square off against Southern Nash at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Franklinton, they will be playing at home against Rocky Mount at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Rocky Mount is coming into the match with eight straight losses on the road, meaning Franklinton will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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