Warsaw was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 14-8 to the Northridge Raiders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Warsaw of the 9-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
Mia Rodriguez was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4. She continues to roll, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Kali Ousley, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
On Northridge's side, Rachel Humbarger made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and four unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Humbarger has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. Humbarger was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, Northridge let Willow Staley and Halle Moeller loose on the outfield. Staley scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances, while Moeller scored a run while going 3-for-4. Hannah Kruse was another key contributor, scoring a run while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
Warsaw's defeat dropped their record down to 2-17. As for Northridge, they now have a winning record of 12-11.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Warsaw will challenge Concord at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Warsaw is facing Concord at the right time seeing as Concord is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Northridge, they will be staying on the road on Monday to face off against Mishawaka at 5:30 p.m. Mishawaka will roll in looking for their 16th straight victory, something Northridge surely won't give up without a fight.
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