Neville's game on Friday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Saturday. They had just enough and edged the West Ouachita Chiefs out 9-8.
Bayleigh Elton made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and six unearned) runs off nine hits. Elton has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Elton was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Addison Ellerbe was incredible, going 2-for-2 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Kenadi Moak was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 4-for-4.
Neville's win bumped their record up to 18-10. As for West Ouachita, their defeat dropped their record down to 18-12.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Neville will challenge Oak Grove at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Oak Grove's pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so Neville's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for West Ouachita, they will head out on the road to square off against Sterlington at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Sterlington is coming into the game with 15 straight victories at home, so West Ouachita will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
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