Atchison had to kick off their season on the road on Tuesday, but they showed no ill effects. Everything went their way against the Leavenworth PIONEERS as the Atchison Phoenix made off with a 16-7 victory. Atchison's win was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
Kirrah Duncan spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and two unearned) runs on six hits and racked up seven Ks.
On the hitting side, Presley Simpson was incredible, going 2-for-4 with five RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Izzy Bowen was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Atchison will have a chance to go back-to-back against Leavenworth: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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