The Dalles had already won 17 in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 10.3 runs), and they went ahead and made it 18 on Wednesday. They had just enough and edged the Crook County Cowboys out 6-5. That's more bragging rights for The Dalles, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Despina Seufalemua was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she tossed seven innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits. Seufalemua was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ava Graves, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with a home run, a stolen base, and two RBI. Graves is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's stolen at least one every time she's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Maddie Brock, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
The Dalles' win was their ninth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 19-1. As for Crook County, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last eight games, which put a noticeable dent in their 13-10-1 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. The Dalles will play host again on Thursday to welcome Henley, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:00 p.m. The Dalles' pitching crew has only allowed two runs per game this season, so Henley's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Crook County, they will be playing at home against Molalla at 3:00 p.m. on Friday.
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