Van-Far lost against North Callaway last Saturday, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Indians lost 11-2 to the Thunderbirds. The matchup marked the Indians' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
For North Callaway's part, Megan Schmidt made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 7 batters over 6 innings while giving up just 1 earned (and one unearned) runs off 3 hits (and not a single walk). The game also marked Schmidt's 20th in a row where she got on base at least once. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 while posting 3 RBIs, 1 triple, and 1 stolen base.
In other pitching news, Schmidt got the start for North Callaway and what a start it was: she struck out 7 batters over 6 innings while giving up just 1 earned (and one unearned) runs off 3 hits (and not a single walk). The game marked Schmidt's 20th in a row where she got on base at least once.
Van-Far has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight games, dating back to last year. That leaves them at a 2-3 record this season. As for North Callaway, they have now won six of their last seven games on the road. That gives them a 4-1-1 record this season.
Looking ahead, Van-Far's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Palmyra on Saturday. As for North Callaway, they will challenge Wright City at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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