Alexis Becker turned in her biggest game of the season in Monday's first game, striking out six batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. As if that's not impressive enough, the pitching appearance was her fourth in a row with more than five strikeouts. On the year, Becker has an ERA of 15.75 over 22.7 innings pitched.
Even though Becker couldn't lead Horton over Atchison County, she won't have to wait long to try again: the teams have a rematch scheduled at 6:00 p.m. in Monday's second game. Despite Becker's best efforts to the contrary, Horton will head into their next match having dropped 29 straight matchups dating back to last season. Will in Monday's second game be the turning point? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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