Softball Recap: Stanton Blue Devils vs. Riverside Generals
In what's become a running theme this season, Stanton gave their fans yet another huge victory on Thursday. They put the hurt on the Riverside Generals with a sharp 17-2 win. The high-scoring effort was just what Stanton needed considering they were shutout in their previous game.
Leah Joseph made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched four innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. Joseph was also big at the plate, scoring four runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Talayah Pusey was a standout: she scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Emmy Brannock was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
On Riverside's side, A Morene made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2.
Stanton's victory bumped their record up to 8-9. As for Riverside, they are on a 16-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-16.
Stanton will square off against Ribault at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Stanton is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 12.9 runs per game this season. As for Riverside, they are on the road again on Monday to play Raines at 6:00 p.m.
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