North Marion had lost seven straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 5-12 to make it eight. They came up short against the Newport Cubs, falling 16-4. The Huskies were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Cubs earlier this season, when they won 14-7.
As for Newport, their win ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-16. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Newport's part, Olivia Greenawald was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over five innings pitched. Greenawald was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI. That triple marked the first that she has hit this season.
In other batting news, Ivy Ruddiman was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with two triples, three runs, and two RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March. Baby Garrett was another key player, going 3-for-4 with four stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. North Marion will welcome Valley Catholic at 5:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Newport, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Sweet Home at 3:30 p.m.
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