Softball Recap: Sherwood Marksmen vs. Wheatland Mules
Sherwood posted their closest win since September 5th on Tuesday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Wheatland Mules 10-8. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Marksmen as it put an end to their four-game losing streak.
Kalli Gariepy made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and six unearned) runs off six hits. Gariepy was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with four RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Avery Dalton and Victoria Sullins did most of the damage at the plate: Dalton scored two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances, while Sullins scored two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. What's more, Sullins also posted a .750 OBP, which is the highestshe's posted since back in September. Another player making a difference was Kadynce Hill, who scored two runs.
Sherwood's record is now 7-16. As for Wheatland, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 18-9 record this season.
Sherwood will venture away from home to take on Lincoln College Prep at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Someone's luck will take a turn for the better: Lincoln College Prep has lost three straight at home , while Sherwood has lost seven on the road. As for Wheatland, they will host Tuscumbia at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Wheatland is facing Tuscumbia at the right time seeing as Tuscumbia is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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