Softball Preview: West Shamokin Wolves vs. River Valley Panthers
The West Shamokin Wolves will look to defend their home field on Thursday against the River Valley Panthers at 4:00 p.m. West Shamokin knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with flashy run totals in its past three matchups -- so hopefully River Valley likes a good challenge.
In what's become a running theme this season, West Shamokin gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. Everything went their way against River Valley as West Shamokin made off with an 11-3 win.
Avery Elkin and Leah Mondi were a major factor no matter where they played. Throwing, Elkin tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned run off one hit. Meanwhile, Mondi pitched 4.1 innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. Elkin has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Elkin scored a run while going 2-for-5, while Mondi scored a run while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, West Shamokin let Madi Keirn and Briar McClafferty loose on the outfield. Keirn scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4, while McClafferty scored a run while going 2-for-4. Keirn is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Aleya Talmadge, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
West Shamokin's victory bumped their record up to 11-2. As for River Valley, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season.
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