Hermann hadn't done well against Pacific recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Bearcats sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 13-12 win over the Indians. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Bearcats have posted since September 12, 2024.
Taylor Carver spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered seven earned (and four unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up nine Ks.

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On the hitting side, Hermann got a massive performance out of Alivia Witthaus, who went 2-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most hits Witthaus has posted since back in October of 2024. Another player making a difference was Delilah Nobel, who went 3-for-4 with three runs and one stolen base.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Hermann kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 19 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in ten consecutive contests.
The win got Hermann back to even at 6-6. As for Pacific, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Hermann will face off against Cuba at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Pacific has already played their next matchup (against St. Clair), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.
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