Softball Recap: Clinton Central Bulldogs vs. Twin Lakes Indians
Clinton Central's game last Tuesday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Wednesday. They walked away with a 9-4 victory over the Twin Lakes Indians. That's more bragging rights for Clinton Central, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Landree Whiteman made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits (and not a single walk). Whiteman has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season. Whiteman was also big at the plate, going 2-for-5 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Carly Davison was incredible, going 3-for-4 with four RBI, a triple, and a stolen base. Another player making a difference was Kortney Surber, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3.
On Twin Lakes' side, Myley Spriggs spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six earned (and three unearned) runs on 11 hits and racked up ten Ks.
At the plate, Taylor Oliver made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI.
The win got Clinton Central back to even at 2-2. As for Twin Lakes, their loss was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-8.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Clinton Central will take on Taylor at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Twin Lakes, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Rochester at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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