Valders scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 12-2 margin over the Oostburg Flying Dutchmen. The team's explosion at the plate also rewarded Valders with their most commanding win of the season.
Megan Hockhammer made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out 16 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off one hit. Hockhammer has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in six consecutive pitching appearances. Hockhammer was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Claire Zipperer was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Audrey Wagner, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, a triple, and an RBI.
Valders' win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 3-4. As for Oostburg, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Valders will face off against Roncalli at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Valders' pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so Roncalli's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Oostburg, they will head out on the road to take on Sheboygan South at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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