Softball Recap: Richfield Spartans vs. Washburn Millers
Richfield scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Wednesday. Everything went their way against the Washburn Millers as the Richfield Spartans made off with a 25-2 win. The result was nothing new for Richfield, who have now won three games by ten runs or more so far this season.
Addison Owens made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out seven over four innings pitched. Owens was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with five RBI, two runs, and a stolen base.
In other batting news, Richfield got a massive performance out of Taylor Nickell, who went 3-for-5 with a home run, five RBI, and three runs. Nickell continues to roll, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. Audrey Olson was another key contributor, going 3-for-5 with four runs, four RBI, and a double.
Richfield pushed their record up to 6-1 with that victory, which was their fourth straight on the road. As for Washburn, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Richfield will take on St. Anthony Village at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Washburn, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Roosevelt at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Roosevelt is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 17.5 runs per game this season.
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