Jay had lost 11 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 1-18 to make it 12. They fell 9-6 to the Vinita Hornets. The Bulldogs were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Hornets earlier this season, when they won 8-6.
Zariah Kingfisher was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. She struck out six batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and six unearned) runs off five hits. Kingfisher was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and two RBI. Those doubles marked the first that she has hit this season.
In other batting news, Jovy Ward made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with one double and one RBI. That RBI marked the first that she has brought in this season.
As for Vinita, their record is now 15-20. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last five times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
Like Jay, Vinita also got a great game from a two-way player: CC Carter. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off nine hits. That's the most strikeouts Carter has posted since back in August. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with four RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Phoenix Branch, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Rylee Brown, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jay will host Catoosa at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Vinita, they will take on Verdigris at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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