McCall-Donnelly extended their losing streak to four on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 2-17 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 17-16 heartbreaker at the hands of the Payette Pirates. Even if the Vandals couldn't come away with the victory, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
Harper Ferguson made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-5 with five RBI, three doubles, and two runs. Those doubles were her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Ariana Schreiner, who went 1-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
As for Payette, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-11. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Payette's side, the team relied heavily on Victoria Walker, who went 4-for-5 with one home run, four runs, and five RBI. Those four runs gave Walker a new career-high. Maddy Brown was another key player, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. McCall-Donnelly will challenge Grangeville at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Vandals will need to watch out since the Bulldogs have now posted at least ten runs in their last five games. As for Payette, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Weiser at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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