Cumberland and Altavista squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but Cumberland had to settle for second. They fell just short of the Colonels by a score of 4-2. Having soared to a lofty 14 runs in the game before, the Dukes couldn't push the score so high this time.
K. Womack was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over 5.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off nine hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
Cumberland has been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-15 record this season. As for Altavista, the win snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 7-14 record.
Cumberland does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Altavista, they will face off against William Campbell at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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