Springtown lost to Bridgeport on April 2nd, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Springtown Porcupines sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 5-3 victory over the Bridgeport Bulls.
Kylee Spray made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. Spray has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Spray was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Madison Terrell was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-4. Ava Fernandez was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a double.
Springtown's win bumped their record up to 8-9-1. As for Bridgeport, they now have a losing record at 8-9.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Springtown will take on Arlington Heights at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Bridgeport, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Decatur at 6:00 p.m. Bridgeport is out to stop a three-game streak of losses at home.
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