Softball Recap: Olive Branch Conquistadors vs. Saltillo Tigers
Olive Branch was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat. They suffered a rough 13-0 loss at the hands of the Saltillo Tigers.
For Saltillo's part, A.K. Willingham was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out nine over four innings pitched. Willingham has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Willingham was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Mackenzie Frederick was incredible, going 3-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two doubles. Chloe Skelton was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and a double.
Olive Branch's defeat dropped their record down to 1-10. As for Saltillo, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-6.
Olive Branch will head out on the road to face off against Center Hill at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Saltillo, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against South Panola at 6:00 p.m. Both teams will come into the game having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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