Ishpeming won the last time they faced Manistique, and things went their way in Thursday's second game too. The Ishpeming Hematites were the clear victor by a 20-2 margin over the Manistique Emeralds. The win made it back-to-back victories for Ishpeming.
Marie Salisbury was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Salisbury was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Ava Jo Hares was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing four bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Brynn Lanala, who went 3-for-4 with three runs and four RBI.
Ishpeming's victory bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Manistique, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ishpeming will be staying on the road in Monday's first game to face off against Bark River-Harris at 4:30 p.m. As for Manistique, they will take on Superior Central at 4:00 p.m. in Thursday's first game.
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