Washington Union was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They fell just short of the Exeter Monarchs by a score of 8-6. Washington Union was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Exeter apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April.
Quinn Scheidt was huge no matter where she played even without the win. She struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and seven unearned) runs off seven hits (and not a single walk). Scheidt was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, Grenelei Finderup was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. Andrea Sconiers was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with an RBI.
On Exeter's side, Chloe Sparrow spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six earned runs on seven hits and racked up nine Ks.
On the hitting side, Rylie Williams was incredible, going 4-for-4 with a triple, a run, and a double. Another player making a difference was Avery Hupp, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.
Washington Union now has a losing record at 11-12. As for Exeter, their win bumped their record up to 11-13.
Washington Union will head out on the road to challenge Central Valley Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Central Valley Christian is coming into the matchup with five straight defeats at home, meaning Washington Union will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. Exeter will take on Hanford West at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Exeter is facing Hanford West at the right time seeing as Hanford West is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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