Vinita was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 6-5 heartbreaker at the hands of the Kansas Comets. If the Hornets were looking for revenge after losing 10-0 to the Comets when the teams met back in September of 2022, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Larissa Esparaza spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and five unearned) runs on six hits.
At the plate, Hallie Todd made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. That triple was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Phoenix Branch, who got on base in two of her three plate appearances with two stolen bases and one run.
Vinita's loss dropped their record down to 6-9. As for Kansas, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Looking ahead, Vinita will be playing in front of their home fans against Miami at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Kansas, they will venture away from home to face off against Adair at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The contest will give the Comets their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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