The Simley Spartans will venture away from home to face off against the Washburn Millers at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Simley knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with ten runs or more in their past three matchups -- so hopefully Washburn likes a good challenge.
Simley barely beat Pine Island the last time the pair played, but that sure wasn't the case this time around. The Spartans put the hurt on the Panthers with a sharp 12-5 victory on Friday. The Spartans haven't had any issues with the Panthers recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive win against them.
Meanwhile, Washburn had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They skirted past Como Park 6-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Millers have posted since May 6, 2025.
Ellerie Ulfers spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and two unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up nine Ks.
On the hitting side, Lynn Austin was excellent, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two runs and one double. That's the most hits she has posted since back in May of 2025. Another player making a difference was Caroline Bretl, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases.
Simley's win bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Washburn, their victory bumped their record up to 1-0.
Simley came out on top in a nail-biter against Washburn in their previous matchup back in May of 2025, sneaking past 7-5. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Spartans since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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