Northview couldn't quite beat West Vigo on Thursday, but the two-run margin was a huge improvement compared to the 11-run defeat they were dealt last Saturday. The Northview Knights fell just short of the West Vigo Vikings by a score of 12-10. Northview was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as West Vigo apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
MIANAH THOMPSON and CHLOE BATCHELOR did some serious damage despite the final result: THOMPSON scored three runs while going 2-for-4, while BATCHELOR scored a run while going 2-for-3.
On West Vigo's side, Jaleigh Lindley made a big impact no matter where she played. She pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Lindley was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, West Vigo let Briley Jones and Caprice McCalister loose on the outfield. Jones went 2-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and an RBI, while McCalister scored two runs while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Parker Auten, who scored two runs while going 1-for-3.
Northview's defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 9-12. As for West Vigo, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests, which provided a nice bump to their 17-9 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Northview will square off against South Putnam at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Northview is no doubt hoping to put an end to a six-game streak of away losses. As for West Vigo, they will head out on the road to challenge Clay City at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Clay City will roll in looking for their 13th straight win, something West Vigo surely won't give up without a fight.
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