Van Buren's game last Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 14-13 victory over the Bakersfield Lions. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for the Bulldogs' hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.
Elli Lewis was a major factor no matter where she played. She pitched 5.1 innings while giving up four earned (and four unearned) runs off five hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-5. She also put up an RBI, which was her first of the season.
In other batting news, Payton Sonsoucie was a standout: she scored three runs and stole four bases while going 4-for-5. Those runs marked the first that she scored this season. Katelyn Warner was another key player, going 3-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Bulldogs
| 04/10/25 vs Bakersfield | 43.2% |
| 04/08/25 vs Mountain Grove | 30% |
| 03/21/25 @ Summersville | 15.4% |
| 03/27/25 vs Clearwater | 9.1% |
Van Buren was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .432. That's the best batting average they've posted all season.
The win got Van Buren back to even at 2-2. As for Bakersfield, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season.
Van Buren will look to defend their home field on Monday against Winona at 4:30 p.m. The Bulldogs are facing the Wildcats at the right time seeing as the Wildcats are stuck on an eight-game losing streak. As for Bakersfield, they are taking a road trip to challenge Summersville at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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