Softball Recap: Williamsburg has no trouble against East Clinton

By Team Reports Apr 30, 2024, 4:54pm

Softball Recap: Williamsburg Wildcats vs. East Clinton Astros

While Williamsburg put up some runs on Thursday, the same can't be said for East Clinton. Everything went the Williamsburg Wildcats' way against the East Clinton Astros as the Williamsburg Wildcats made off with a 9-0 victory. Williamsburg might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won nine matchups by six runs or more this season.

The result came thanks to Avery Neth's shutout, as she gave up just one hit and racked up 11 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in five consecutive pitching appearances.

On the hitting side, Kaylynn Anderkin was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Maggie Arno was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.

Williamsburg pushed their record up to 12-3 with that win, which was their third straight on the road. As for East Clinton, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-8.

Williamsburg will be playing in front of their home fans against Fayetteville-Perry at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Williamsburg is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.1 runs per game this season. As for East Clinton, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Blanchester at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.

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