Softball Recap: Saltillo Tigers vs. Olive Branch Conquistadors
Saltillo scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. They never let the Olive Branch Conquistadors onto the board and left with a 13-0 victory. The team's explosion at the plate also rewarded Saltillo with their most commanding win of the season.
A.K. Willingham made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out nine over four innings pitched. Willingham has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Willingham was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Mackenzie Frederick, who went 3-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Chloe Skelton, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and a double.
The win made it two in a row for Saltillo and bumps their season record up to 8-6. As for Olive Branch, their defeat was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-10.
Saltillo will take on South Panola at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. South Panola will roll in looking for their 12th straight victory, something Saltillo surely won't give up without a fight. As for Olive Branch, they will head out on the road to face off against Center Hill at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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