In what's become a running theme this season, Graham Local gave their fans yet another huge win on Friday. Everything went their way against the Springfield Wildcats as the Graham Local Falcons made off with a 12-1 victory. That's more bragging rights for Graham Local, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Marissa Pine made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off six hits (and only one walk). Pine has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Pine was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Makayla Mills, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 4-for-5. Aaliyah Chamberlain was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
Graham Local's win bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Springfield, their defeat was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Graham Local is on the road again on Monday to play Benjamin Logan at 5:15 p.m. Graham Local's pitching crew has only allowed 2.4 runs per game this season, so Benjamin Logan's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Springfield, they will head out on the road to square off against Northwestern at 5:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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