Southwestern was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They fell just short of the Jamestown Red & Green by a score of 8-7. Southwestern was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Jamestown apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April.
Ariana Silakowski spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and six unearned) runs on 11 hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Alexis Beckerink was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-5. Peyton Lillie was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Southwestern's loss dropped their record down to 3-7. As for Jamestown, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-7.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Southwestern will challenge Falconer at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Jamestown, they will head out on the road to take on Frewsburg at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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