After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Fort Chiswell brought some dynamite into their most recent match. They were the clear victor by an 18-2 margin over the Galax Maroon Tide. Considering Fort Chiswell has won three games by more than six runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
Blair Jackson made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Jackson has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Jackson was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Haley Brumbaugh, who fired off two home runs, six RBI, and three runs while going 3-for-3. She is on a roll when it comes to home runs, as she's now launched at least one in the last four games she's played. Another player making a difference was Lilly Goforth, who scored three runs while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Fort Chiswell's win bumped their record up to 4-5. As for Galax, they now have a losing record at 4-5.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Fort Chiswell beat Galax by a score of 18-2 later that day.
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