Lakeridge had lost nine straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 3-16 to make it ten. They lost 13-4 to the Oregon City Pioneers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Pioneers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-0 two weeks ago.
As for Oregon City, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight games. That's provided a nice bump to their 10-11 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 7.1 runs over those games.
For Oregon City's part, Ellie Joseph was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out ten over 5.2 innings pitched. Joseph has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two triples, three runs, and two RBI. Those two triples gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sophie Funnemark, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Maggie Schneider, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Coming up, Lakeridge will square off against Tualatin at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Pacers are facing the Timberwolves at the right time seeing as the Timberwolves are stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Oregon City, they will take on West Linn at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Pioneers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 8.1 runs per game this season.
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