Normandy had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 5-3 win over the Lakewood Rangers on Friday. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Normandy also won the last time the pair played two weeks ago.
Izzy Akin spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and one unearned) runs on four hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Savannah Hardy was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 4-for-4. Another player making a difference was Riley Sebera, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
Normandy now has a winning record of 9-8. As for Lakewood, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-7 record this season.
Normandy will head out on the road to challenge Revere at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Normandy is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.4 runs per game this season. As for Lakewood, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Olmsted Falls at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Lakewood is facing Olmsted Falls at the right time seeing as Olmsted Falls is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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