Softball Recap: Westran Hornets vs. Mark Twain Tigers
Westran couldn't quite topple Mark Twain on Monday, but it was still a huge improvement compared to the 18-run defeat they took when the two last played. The Westran Hornets blew past the Mark Twain Tigers 9-2. The result was nothing new for the Hornets, who have now won seven matches by six runs or more so far this season.
Kylee Hayes was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off eight hits. Hayes was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Charley Starr was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3. Another player making a difference was Jaelyn Miller, who scored two runs and stole two bases.
Westran now has a winning record of 11-10. As for Mark Twain, they now have a losing record at 13-14.
Westran will challenge Schuyler County at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Westran is facing Schuyler County at the right time seeing as Schuyler County is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Mark Twain, they will venture away from home to challenge North Callaway at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. North Callaway is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season.
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