Riverdale was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They took an 8-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Lancaster Flying Arrows. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Riverdale of the 10-6 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2023.
For Lancaster's part, Maddy Hill made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Hill has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season. Hill was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
Hill wasn't the only one making solid contact as six players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Lily Weber, who scored a run while going 1-for-3. Amelia Johnsen was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases.
Riverdale's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Lancaster, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Riverdale will take on Seneca at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Lancaster, they will head out on the road to face off against Richland Center at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Lancaster is no doubt hoping to put an end to a six-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
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