Softball Recap: Gilbert Indians vs. Darlington Falcons
It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Gilbert ultimately got the result they hoped for on Wednesday. They had just enough and edged the Darlington Falcons out 2-1. That's more bragging rights for Gilbert, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
For Darlington's part, Bailey Blackmon spent all 7.1 innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on two hits. Those 7.1 innings set a new season-high mark for her.
On the hitting side, Emily Johnson was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with a home run.
Gilbert has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games, which provided a nice bump to their 11-8 record this season. As for Darlington, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-6.
Gilbert will head out on the road to challenge Hanahan at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Hanahan is coming into the match with seven straight wins at home, so Gilbert will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. Darlington will take on Georgetown at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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