Lady Stingers fall despite strong day at the plate

Hayleigh Atkinson's three-hit performance wasn't enough to overcome Belmont Abbey JV, as Florence-Darlington Technical College fell 13-8 in a closely contested matchup.

Atkinson contributed significantly with two RBIs and a stolen base, but Belmont Abbey's five-run surge in the fourth inning sealed the game. This game was the first in a doubleheader, adding to the day's intense competition.

The Stingers scored early with four runs in the first inning, highlighted by Atkinson's single that brought in two runs. Atkinson had a strong performance, going 3-for-3 with two RBIs. Zoei Hunt also made a notable contribution with a two-run homer in the third inning, helping the Stingers briefly regain the lead. The team tallied 10 hits and left 9 runners on base throughout the game.

Despite the strong start, the Stingers' pitching struggled to contain Belmont Abbey's offense. Pitchers Mackenzie Kubas and Zoei Hunt combined to give up 13 earned runs on 12 hits. Kubas allowed seven runs in two innings, while Hunt gave up six runs over four innings.

The Stingers' defense was unable to stop Belmont Abbey's rally in the third and fourth innings, where they conceded a total of nine runs. The Stingers also recorded four strikeouts and seven walks during the contest.

- **Hayleigh Atkinson (CF)**
- 3 hits in 3 at-bats
- 2 RBIs
- 1 double
- 1 stolen base

- **Zoei Hunt (RF/P)**
- 1 home run
- 2 RBIs
- Pitched 4 0/3 innings with 6 earned runs

- **Camryn Jordan (SS)**
- 1 hit in 4 at-bats
- 2 RBIs
- Scored 1 run

- **Larissa Siders**
- 1 double
- 1 stolen base
- Scored 1 run