Margaretta won the last time they faced Port Clinton, and things went their way on Wednesday too. The Margaretta Polar Bears narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Port Clinton Redskins 5-3.
Cassie Lane and Skylar Colvin made a big impact no matter where they played. On the mound, Lane pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also only allowed one walk). Meanwhile, Colvin struck out ten batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Lane went 2-for-4 with a home run and two runs, while Colvin scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Lilly Edwards was excellent, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, a double, and an RBI.
On Port Clinton's side, Ashton Sanchez spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and two unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up 15 Ks.
At the plate, Marissa Frohne made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 3-for-3.
Margaretta now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Port Clinton, their loss was their fourth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 5-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Margaretta will take on Woodmore at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday. The last four games Margaretta has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Port Clinton, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Norwalk at 4:45 p.m. Port Clinton is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season.
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