Bell County came into this matchup off a tough ten-run loss on Monday. This time they kept things ultra-competitive, but unfortunately the final result was the same. They fell just short of the Middlesboro Yellowjackets by a score of 11-9 on Tuesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Bobcats have suffered against the Yellowjackets since April 19, 2018.
Tristan Saylor was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-5 with three RBI, one triple, and one double. Those RBI were her first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Addison Maiden, who went 2-for-5 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Bell County has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-15 record this season. As for Middlesboro, they moved to 4-15 with that victory, which also ended their five-game losing streak.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bell County will welcome Williamsburg at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Middlesboro, they will be playing at home against Pineville at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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