Rigby was the 16-13 winner over Highland when they last played one another in Friday's first game, but their luck changed this time around. The Rigby Trojans' rough 11-5 loss to the Highland Rams in Friday's second game might stick with them for a while.
Madison Jensen and Rylie Robinson stepped up to the plate in a big way. Jensen scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-3, while Robinson scored a run while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Samantha Bishop, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Even though they lost, Rigby was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with four doubles. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Highland only hit a.
On Highland's side, Reece Bybee spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and two unearned) runs on six hits. Bybee has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Janae Whitehead, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3. Madison Kendall was another key contributor, going 1-for-4 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
Rigby has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season. As for Highland, their victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-12.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Rigby will be staying on the road in Tuesday's first game to face off against Madison at 3:30 p.m. Rigby is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.9 runs per game this season. As for Highland, they will head out on the road to face off against Thunder Ridge at 3:30 p.m. in Tuesday's first game. Thunder Ridge will roll in looking for their 13th straight win, something Highland surely won't give up without a fight.
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