Softball Recap: West Union Eagles vs. Houlka Wildcats
West Union can finally bid farewell to their six-game losing streak thanks to their game on Wednesday. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Houlka Wildcats a 15-0 shutout. The victory was just what West Union needed coming off of a 9-3 defeat in their prior matchup.
Sadie Cobb and Addison Collum made a splash no matter where they played. Throwing, Cobb tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Collum tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). At bat, Cobb scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2, while Collum scored a run while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Braley Martin was a standout: she went 3-for-3 with two triples, two runs, and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Mollie Reaves, who went 3-for-3 with three runs, a triple, and an RBI.
West Union's win ended a four-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-8. As for Houlka, their loss was their 12th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-9.
West Union will face off against Bruce at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Houlka, they will be playing at home against Vardaman at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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