Sadly, Summers County is still looking for their first win of the season after seven matchups. Their tough 21-0 loss to the Bluefield Beavers on Thursday might stick with them for a while. Considering the last time Summers County couldn't score was back in March, the team can't take the result too hard.
For Bluefield's part, Isabella Smith made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Smith has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 14 consecutive pitching appearances. Smith was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Taylor Mabry was a standout: she went 2-for-2 with three runs, three RBI, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Grace Richardson, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2.
Summers County's defeat dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Bluefield, their win bumped their record up to 11-5.
Summers County does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Bluefield, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Midland Trail at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Both teams will come into the game having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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