Jillian Howard Game Report: vs Ashland

Jillian Howard was a major factor in New Philadelphia's win over Ashland on Wednesday. Howard produced her best game of the campaign: she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out six over five innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances.

Coming up, Howard and New Philadelphia will take on Newcomerstown at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Trojans will enter the matchup having just beaten Malvern, so the Quakers will have to guard against a team looking to keep the ball rolling.