Softball Recap: Dripping Springs Tigers vs. Bowie Bulldogs
Bowie typically has all the answers at home, but on Tuesday Dripping Springs proved too difficult a challenge. They walked away with a 7-4 victory over the Bowie Bulldogs. Winning may never get old, but Dripping Springs sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.
Haiden Anderson made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits. Anderson has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Anderson was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with a home run.
In other batting news, Lorelei Gamble was incredible, going 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI. She hasn't dropped below three RBI for three straight games. Elianna Amato was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
On Bowie's side, Kate Bookidis spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up eight Ks.
At the plate, Anya German made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-3 with a home run and three RBI.
Dripping Springs' win bumped their record up to 18-11. As for Bowie, their loss dropped their record down to 18-7.
Dripping Springs will look to defend their home field on Friday against Johnson at 7:00 p.m. Dripping Springs is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season. As for Bowie, they will head out on the road to square off against Austin at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Bowie is facing Austin at the right time seeing as Austin is stuck on a nine-game losing streak.
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