Western International extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping their season record down to 1-13 in the process. They lost 17-7 to the Dearborn Pioneers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Pioneers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-2 back in April.
As for Dearborn, their win ended a seven-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-17-2. Considering their hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
For Dearborn's part, Calyssa Post made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Post was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in four of her six plate appearances with three RBI. What's more, she posted two hits, the most she's had over her last nine matchups.
In other batting news, Dearborn got a massive performance out of Madison Shoff, who got on base in four of her six plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and two RBI. That's the most runs Shoff has posted since back in April. Sophia Ball was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Coming up, Western International will face off against Southfield Arts & Tech at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Dearborn, they are taking a road trip to challenge Inter-City Baptist at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Pioneers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Chargers have averaged an impressive 6.3 runs per game this season.
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