Granite City had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by an 11-4 margin over the Belleville West Maroons. Granite City's offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last five games.
Emilee Saggio spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on 11 hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Cheyenne Gaddie was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with a home run and six RBI. Chloe Randolph was another key contributor, scoring four runs while going 3-for-4.
Granite City's victory ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-8. As for Belleville West, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-6.
Granite City will head out on the road to challenge Mascoutah at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Belleville West, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Waterloo at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Waterloo is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.8 runs per game this season.
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