Columbus had lost five straight at home, but on Saturday they dropped down to 4-12 to make it six. They came up short against the Norfolk Panthers, falling 14-7. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Panthers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 9-7 back in August.
As for Norfolk, the win got them back to even at 11-11. Considering they have won eight games by more than five runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
For Norfolk's part, Rory Vrbsky was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and not a single walk). That's the most strikeouts Vrbsky has posted since back in August. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
In other batting news, Kenzie Zerbie was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three runs and three RBI. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Brynn Peterson, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Columbus will challenge Fremont at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Norfolk, they will square off against Lincoln East at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The last four games the Spartans have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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