There's no place like home for Oshkosh West, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Tuesday. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Oshkosh North Spartans 5-4. That's more bragging rights for Oshkosh West, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
For Oshkosh North's part, Brooke Peters was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: she struck out eight batters over 6.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off 12 hits (and only one walk). Peters has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Emma Niemczyk was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with three doubles and an RBI. Lauren Geer was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-3.
Oshkosh West pushed their record up to 13-7 with that victory, which was their fourth straight at home. As for Oshkosh North, their loss dropped their record down to 10-8.
Oshkosh West will head out on the road to take on Appleton North at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Oshkosh North, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Kimberly at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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