Mauldin had lost five straight at home, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 2-11 to make it six. They came up short against the Wade Hampton Generals, falling 12-3. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Generals this season, with their most recent loss being a 16-15 defeat two weeks ago.
Katelyn Cilli was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two runs.
As for Wade Hampton, the win got them back to even at 7-7. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for their hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.
On Wade Hampton's side, Kellyn Kingston spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on nine hits. Kingston has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Wade Hampton let Sanaii Rivers and Breleigh Betsill run wild. Rivers fired off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 3-for-4, while Betsill went a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. Those two home runs gave Rivers a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Sydney Placko, who went 3-for-5 with two stolen bases and three runs.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Mauldin will head out to take on Fountain Inn at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Mavericks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Fury have averaged an impressive 8.8 runs per game this season. As for Wade Hampton, they are taking a road trip to square off against Spartanburg at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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