Pike had lost 15 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 0-7 to make it 16. They lost 20-5 to the Warren Central Warriors. The Red Devils were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Warriors apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Lilianna Richardson was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. That triple marked the first that she has hit this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Ariel Hutchinson, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one RBI.
As for Warren Central, the win snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 2-6 record. With that victory, they brought their scoring average up to 7 runs per game.
On Warren Central's side, Jordyn Dever made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits (and only one walk). Dever has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two RBI. Those two RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Natalie Hiliard, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with four stolen bases, four runs, and three RBI. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Jordan Warbinton, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with two runs, one triple, and two RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Pike will take on Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Red Devils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Braves have averaged an impressive 8.1 runs per game this season. As for Warren Central, they will square off against Anderson at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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