Softball Recap: Pendleton Bulldogs vs. Daniel Lions
Pendleton scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They had just enough and edged the Daniel Lions out 15-13. With that victory, Pendleton brought their scoring average up to 6.5 runs per game.
Laney Jennings made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 12 batters over 13 innings while giving up three earned (and six unearned) runs off 14 hits. Jennings has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Jennings was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing a base while getting on base in five of her seven plate appearances.
In other batting news, Addison Wilson was incredible, going 4-for-7 with three runs, a triple, and an RBI. Another player making a difference was Ella Bryant, who scored two runs while going 3-for-7.
Like Pendleton, Daniel also got a great game from a two-way player: AG Batson. She struck out 12 batters over 13 innings while giving up five earned (and six unearned) runs off 13 hits. Batson was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her seven plate appearances.
In other batting news, Chaney Crosby was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 4-for-7. Brtz Fitz was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 2-for-6.
The win was the fourth in a row for Pendleton, bringing their record for this year to 9-5-1. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.0 runs per game. As for Daniel, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-8 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Pendleton will take on Walhalla at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Walhalla is coming into the match with four straight defeats on the road, meaning Pendleton will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Daniel, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Palmetto at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Palmetto's pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Daniel's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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