Sadly, Wellpinit is still looking for their first win of the season after eight matches. Their tough 21-2 loss to the Republic Tigers in Saturday's second game might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Wellpinit of the 16-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture in Saturday's first game.
For Republic's part, Aleena Maycumber was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Maycumber was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Joceyln Watson was a standout: she went 3-for-3 with a home run, five stolen bases, and four runs. Ember Berndt was another key contributor, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3.
Wellpinit's loss dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Republic, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 8-3-1.
Wellpinit will be playing in front of their home fans against Mary Walker at 2:00 p.m. in Tuesday's first game. As for Republic, they will head out on the road to face off against Inchelium at 2:00 p.m. in Tuesday's first game. Both teams will come into the contest having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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