Softball Recap: Jefferson Yellowjackets vs. Woodbury Central Wildcats
Jefferson's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They put the hurt on the Woodbury Central Wildcats with a sharp 14-1 victory. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest win Jefferson has managed all season.
Carley Steinspring made a splash no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over seven innings pitched. Steinspring has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. Steinspring was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Morgan Rasmussen and Rylee Perrine did most of the damage at the plate: Rasmussen scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances, while Perrine got on base in all five of her plate appearances with a home run and three RBI. Taryn Gant was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Jefferson's victory bumped their record up to 12-13. As for Woodbury Central, their defeat dropped their record down to 14-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jefferson will take on Le Mars at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Le Mars' pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Jefferson's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Woodbury Central, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Logan-Magnolia on Saturday.
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