West Stanly won the last time they faced Parkwood, and things went their way on Tuesday too. The West Stanly Colts had just enough and edged the Parkwood Wolf Pack out 4-3.
Lilly Hartsell was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 14 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits (and not a single walk). Hartsell has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 13 consecutive pitching appearances. Hartsell was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and a double.
Hartsell wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Kristen Smith, who went 2-for-3 with a double.
On Parkwood's side, Amanda Leibowitz made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a home run and two runs. Grayce Marvel was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a triple and a run.
West Stanly's win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 10-4. As for Parkwood, their defeat dropped their record down to 8-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. West Stanly will stay at home for another game and welcome Southwestern Randolph at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The last three games West Stanly has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Parkwood, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Anson at 6:00 p.m.
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