Rider has not done well against Saginaw recently (they were 0-7 in their previous seven matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Rider Raiders walked away with a 5-2 win over the Saginaw Rough Riders. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Rider.
Madi Walker spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on seven hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Olivia Vanderburg was excellent, going 2-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
On Saginaw's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Gabby Reed gave up four earned (and one unearned) runs on ten hits.
At the plate, Sayeli Heredia was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Anely Paz, who went 1-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
The victory got Rider back to even at 13-13. As for Saginaw, they dropped their record down to 9-19-1 with that loss, which was their fifth straight at home.
Rider does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Saginaw also has no future games currently scheduled.
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