Softball Recap: Polo Panthers vs. Tri-County Mustangs
After only one run in their last match, Polo made sure to put some runs up on the board against Tri-County on Thursday. The Polo Panthers blew past the Tri-County Mustangs 11-1. Considering the Panthers' hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Emily Schmidt spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on two hits and racked up six Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings every time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Kendyl Fitzwater was incredible, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4. What's more, she also posted a .750 OBP, which is the highestshe's posted since back in September of 2023. Malia Bell was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI.
Polo has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 9-11 record this season. As for Tri-County, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Polo does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Tri-County, they will challenge Stewartsville at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Tri-County is facing Stewartsville at the right time seeing as Stewartsville is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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