Ludlow had to endure an eight-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against the Robertson County Black Devils on Friday as the Ludlow Panthers made off with an 18-3 victory. The high-scoring effort was just what Ludlow needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
Shelby Ralston made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over four innings while giving up three earned runs off only one hit. Ralston was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Madison Gillespie and Evie Orsua did most of the damage at the plate: Gillespie scored four runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3, while Orsua scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Miley Lay was another key contributor, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four RBI and a run.
Ludlow's win ended a seven-game drought at home and bumped them up to 10-20. As for Robertson County, their loss was their 14th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-14.
Ludlow will square off against Calvary Christian at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Robertson County, they will head out on the road to challenge Bracken County at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Bracken County will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Robertson County surely won't give up without a fight.
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