Softball Recap: Creek Wood Red Hawks vs. Fairview Yellowjackets
In what's become a running theme this season, Creek Wood gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. They put the hurt on the Fairview Yellowjackets with a sharp 16-3 win. Creek Wood's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Elizabeth Martin made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. Martin has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Martin was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs and six RBI while going 4-for-5.
In other batting news, Creek Wood got a massive performance out of Laila Downs-Darden, who went 3-for-5 with six RBI, three runs, and a double. Kendal Bryant was another key contributor, scoring four runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
On Fairview's side, Anna Marie Brown made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with a home run and two RBI.
Creek Wood pushed their record up to 19-6 with that victory, which was their seventh straight on the road. As for Fairview, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-5 record this season.
Creek Wood will head out on the road to square off against Camden Central at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Fairview, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Hickman County at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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