South Bend Adams had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They skirted past the South Bend Clay Colonials 3-1. That's more bragging rights for South Bend Adams, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Angela McNellis spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on two hits and racked up 18 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, South Bend Adams saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Avery Kidwell, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
On South Bend Clay's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Jessica Cleveland gave up only one earned (and two unearned) runs on three hits and racked up ten Ks.
South Bend Adams' victory bumped their record up to 3-9. As for South Bend Clay, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-10 record this season.
South Bend Adams will head out on the road to take on Mishawaka at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Mishawaka will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something South Bend Adams surely won't give up without a fight. As for South Bend Clay, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Triton at 5:00 p.m. Triton has struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.29 runs per game on average), something South Bend Clay will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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