Marshall scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They blew past the Lincoln Tigers 14-3. The high-scoring effort was just what Marshall needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
Alessia Vanacore made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits (and not a single walk). Vanacore has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in nine consecutive pitching appearances. Vanacore was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, Kamila Romo was excellent, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Gianna Saucedo, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI and a run.
On Lincoln's side, Gladys Barajas was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 3-for-3.
Marshall's win bumped their record up to 6-8. As for Lincoln, they are on a ten-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-11.
Marshall will head out on the road to take on Bravo at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Bravo will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something Marshall surely won't give up without a fight. As for Lincoln, they will be playing at home against Franklin at 2:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Franklin is coming into the contest with seven straight defeats on the road, meaning Lincoln will have to defend against a team hungry for a win.
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