Timberline came tearing into Monday's game with 11 straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 6.8 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They blew past the Peninsula Seahawks 8-2. Timberline might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won eight contests by six runs or more this season.
Jasmyn Polanco made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off seven hits. Polanco has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season. Polanco was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Kayleese Dorfner was incredible, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Lina McDaniel, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
Timberline's win was their sixth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 13-1. As for Peninsula, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-13 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Timberline will take on Montesano at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The pair have allowed few runs on average, (Montesano: 3.5, Timberline: 2.3) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Peninsula, they will head out on the road to face off against North Thurston at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Peninsula is facing North Thurston at the right time seeing as North Thurston is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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