Hellgate extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 15 on Saturday, dropping them down to 0-8. They lost 19-0 to the Big Sky Eagles. The game marked the first time this season in which the Knights were not able to get on the board.
As for Big Sky, their win was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 8-3. The road victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.5 runs on average over those games.
For Big Sky's part, Peyton Walters made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Walters has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Madison Norcorss was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. Logan Latrielle also deserves some recognition as she launched her first home run of the season.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Hellgate will take on rival Helena at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Big Sky is set to square off against their familiar foe Flathead at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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