In what's become a running theme this season, South gave their fans yet another huge win on Wednesday. Everything went their way against the Mayfield Wildcats as the South Rebels made off with a 17-9 victory. That result was just more of the same for these two, as South also won the last time the pair played back in April of 2023.
Halle Zupancic made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched two innings while giving up no earned run off two hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Zupancic was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, Taylor Zupancic was incredible, scoring five runs and stealing four bases while going 4-for-4. Summer Bliss was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
On Mayfield's side, Emma Melito was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Emily Daedelow, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
Even though they lost, Mayfield was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
South's win bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Mayfield, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. South will take on Mayfield at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Mayfield, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against North at 5:00 p.m. North will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Mayfield surely won't give up without a fight.
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