It was a good run, but Webb unfortunately witnessed the end of their three-game winning streak on Monday. They fell just short of the West Rebels by a score of 6-4. Webb was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as West apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March.
Malea Breeden spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and four unearned) runs on eight hits. Those seven innings set a new season-high mark for her.
At the plate, Jeneva Mitchell was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4. Mitchell is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's stolen at least two every time she's taken the field this season. Sophie Silvan was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
On West's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Brooke Weaver gave up four earned runs on eight hits and racked up nine Ks.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Brooklyn Burnett, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Ella Jenkins, who scored a run while going 1-for-4.
Webb's defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 11-6. As for West, their win bumped their record up to 8-11.
Webb will head out on the road to square off against Oakdale at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The last three games Webb has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for West, they will be playing at home against Seymour at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing is sure in West's favor as the team sits on three straight wins at home while Seymour has been banged up by five consecutive losses on the road.
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