Huntington hit Zane Trace with a four-run second inning on Wednesday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Pioneers took an 8-5 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Huntsmen. The Pioneers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Huntsmen earlier this season, when they won 9-4.
Brynn Wipert spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered seven runs (all of which were unearned) on four hits and racked up ten Ks.
On the hitting side, Maddison Will and Haylynn Boggess-Pierce stepped up to the plate in a big way. Will went 1-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double, while Boggess-Pierce went 2-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Laynie Scott, who went 2-for-3 with one RBI.
Zane Trace has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-12 record this season. As for Huntington, their victory bumped their record up to 9-11.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Zane Trace will host Unioto at 5:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Huntington, they will challenge Paint Valley at 5:15 p.m. on Friday. The Huntsmen are facing the Bearcats at the right time seeing as the Bearcats are stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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