Softball Recap: Ripon Christian Knights vs. Delhi Hawks
Ripon Christian can finally bid farewell to their four-game losing streak thanks to their game on Tuesday. They put the hurt on the Delhi Hawks with a sharp 9-1 victory. That's more bragging rights for Ripon Christian, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Kara Koolhaus spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on two hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Reagan Van Der Hoek was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing five bases while going 2-for-3. Ally Brown was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
Ripon Christian's win bumped their record up to 3-10. As for Delhi, they dropped their record down to 3-9 with that defeat, which was their third straight on the road.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ripon Christian's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Orestimba at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Orestimba is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 10.8 runs per game this season. As for Delhi, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Waterford at 4:00 p.m. Delhi is facing Waterford at the right time seeing as Waterford is stuck on a 12-game losing streak.
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