Pine Grove scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Byers Lions a 21-0 shutout. Considering Pine Grove has won six games by more than six runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Madison Foster made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Foster was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Anaston Christian, who went 2-for-2 with a home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Jazzie Smithey, who went 1-for-1 with a home run and two RBI.
Pine Grove pushed their record up to 9-6 with that win, which was their third straight on the road. They've been dominating during the matches in that stretch too, as they've won by an average of 12.7 runs. As for Byers, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Pine Grove will take on Ripley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Byers, they will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Falkner, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:00 p.m.
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