South-Doyle extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 12 on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-9. They lost 15-8 to the Eagleton College & Career Academy Royals. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Royals this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-0 back in March.
Aleigha Bates made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. Those stolen bases marked the first that she has snagged this season. Another player making a difference was Addyson Carpenter, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI and one run.
As for Eagleton College & Career Academy, the victory was the tenth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 14-3. The result was nothing new for the Royals, who have now won ten games by six runs or more so far this season.
On Eagleton College & Career Academy's side, Kindall Hair spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and five unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up ten Ks.
At the plate, Ella Borbeck was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. Karleigh Baker was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI.
Looking ahead, South-Doyle will venture away from home to face off against Sequoyah at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Chiefs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.67 runs per game on average), something the Cherokees will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Eagleton College & Career Academy, they will challenge Cumberland Gap at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Panthers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.5 runs per game on average), something the Royals will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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