Russia's game last Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They had just enough and edged the Anna Rockets out 3-2. That's more bragging rights for Russia, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
For Anna's part, Brooklyn Cruse spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits and racked up 13 Ks. Cruse has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Anna saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Taylor Dye, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI.
The win got Russia back to even at 7-7. As for Anna, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 7-13-2.
Russia will be playing at home against Parkway at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Anna, they will head out on the road to square off against St. Henry at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. St. Henry is coming into the match with three straight defeats at home, meaning Anna will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory.
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