With a playoff win on the line, Boyd-Buchanan rose to the challenge on Wednesday. They came out on top against the University School of Jackson Bruins by a score of 7-4.
Malloree Harr spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on 11 hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 15 consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Ella Meade, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI and two runs. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Cailyn Butler, who went 2-for-4 with two runs and one double.
Boyd-Buchanan hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least five batters in eight consecutive contests.
Boyd-Buchanan's record now sits at 33-6. As for University School of Jackson, their defeat dropped their record down to 20-6-1.
Boyd-Buchanan didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 7-2 win against Friendship Christian on the 21st. University School of Jackson does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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