North Callaway had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Lebanon Yellowjackets 12-5 on Saturday. The Thunderbirds might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five matchups by seven runs or more this season.
Lauren Speight spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned runs on eight hits. The dominant performance gave her a new career-high in hits.
At the plate, Ella Slater was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Kendra Pennell, who scored a run while going 4-for-4.
North Callaway's win bumped their record up to 8-5. As for Lebanon, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season.
North Callaway's road trip will continue as they head out to face Elsberry at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. North Callaway is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.5 runs per game this season. As for Lebanon, they will welcome Parkview at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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