It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but South Western had no problem doing just that on Friday. Everything went their way against the Shippensburg Greyhounds as they made off with a 7-1 victory. The win was just business as usual For South Western, who after 26 games remain undefeated this season.
For Shippensburg's part, Riley Mullen spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and six unearned) runs on eight hits. Mullen has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances.
South Western's victory bumped their record up to 26-0. As for Shippensburg, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 12-10 record this season.
South Western will square off against Pittston on Monday. South Western is looking to tack on another W to their 20-game streak on the road dating back to last season. Shippensburg does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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