Cherokee's game in their third game on Saturday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They walked away with a 6-2 win over the Tharptown Wildcats. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Cherokee also won the last time the pair played back in February.
Destiny Trevino spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on four hits and racked up 14 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Libby Collum was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Carli Sparks, who went 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI.
Cherokee's victory bumped their record up to 18-14. As for Tharptown, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 15-18-2 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cherokee will take on Covenant Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Cherokee is facing Covenant Christian at the right time seeing as Covenant Christian is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Tharptown, they will head out on the road to square off against Colbert Heights at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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