After low-scoring totals in their previous four contest, Ross brought some dynamite into their most recent matchup. Everything went their way against the Lakota Raiders on Wednesday as they made off with a 13-3 victory. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Little Giants as it put an end to their four-game losing streak.
Brooklyn Berndt made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off nine hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base.
Jersey Smith
| 05/13/26 @ Lakota | 4 |
| 04/29/26 @ Southview | 1 |
| 04/09/26 vs Jay | 1 |
| 03/24/26 vs Clyde | 1 |
In other batting news, Jersey Smith was a standout: she went a perfect 1-for-1 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Rubi Almaguer, who went 1-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Ross kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. They are 4-2 when they post 11 or more hits.
Ross' victory bumped their record up to 7-16. As for Lakota, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-10.
Coming up, Ross will welcome Columbian at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Lakota, they will venture away from home to take on Ottawa Hills at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Raiders' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Green Bears have averaged an impressive 6.6 runs per game this season.
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