Softball Recap: Ishpeming Hematites vs. Westwood Patriots
After a string of three wins, Ishpeming's good fortune finally ran out on Wednesday. They fell just short of the Westwood Patriots by a score of 14-13. Ishpeming was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Westwood apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played on Wednesday.
Jenna Maki made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Emily DeMarois, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Even though they lost, Ishpeming kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 20 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Ishpeming's defeat dropped their record down to 10-4. As for Westwood, their win bumped their record up to 2-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ishpeming will take on Hancock at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Hancock is coming into the match with seven straight victories on the road, so Ishpeming will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Westwood, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Superior Central at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Superior Central's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three matchups.
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