Softball Recap: Williamsport Millionaires vs. Selinsgrove Seals
Williamsport had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They walked away with an 8-4 win over the Selinsgrove Seals on Tuesday. That's more bragging rights for Williamsport, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Ashlyn Robinson made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Robinson has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Robinson was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Emily McAnelly, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3. Emma Vollman was another key contributor, scoring a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
On Selinsgrove's side, Alison Beddall 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 team also got some help courtesy of Alyvia Herrold, who went 3-for-4 with a stolen base.
Williamsport's victory ended a nine-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-9. As for Selinsgrove, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-11.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Williamsport will take on Shikellamy at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Shikellamy is coming into the game with four straight wins on the road, so Williamsport will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Selinsgrove, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Central Mountain at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Central Mountain's pitching crew has only allowed 2.5 runs per game this season, so Selinsgrove's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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