Borden won the last time they faced Springs Valley and things went their way on Thursday too. The Braves walked away with a 7-2 win over the Blackhawks. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Braves.
Emma Hart made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and one run. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in March of 2024.
Mallory Thomas
| 05/15/25 vs Springs Valley | 3 |
| 05/01/25 @ Orleans | 1 |
| 04/30/25 vs New Washington | 1 |
| 04/21/25 @ North Harrison | 1 |
| 04/17/24 vs Crothersville | 1 |
In other batting news, Mallory Thomas was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases and three runs. Those three runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Eva Eversmann, who went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Borden's record now sits at 10-4. As for Springs Valley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-10 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Borden will welcome Trinity Lutheran at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Springs Valley, they will host Corydon Central at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Blackhawks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 6.3 runs per game this season.
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