Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Ralston). They blew past the Platteview Trojans 14-5 on Thursday. With that victory, the Rams brought their scoring average up to 6.4 runs per game.
Makenzie Macrander spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up 12 Ks. She has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in seven consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Elliana Orduna was a standout: she fired off two home runs and three RBI while going 2-for-3. Maddie Ochsner was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs.
Rams
| 09/04/25 @ Platteview | 14 |
| 09/02/25 vs Malcolm | 9 |
| 08/30/25 @ Douglas County West | 9 |
| 08/30/25 @ St. Cecilia | 1 |
| 08/28/25 @ Plattsmouth | 11 |
| + 16 more games |
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Ralston kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in September of 2024.
The win (which was Ralston's third in a row) raised their record to 7-2. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.7 runs over those games. As for Platteview, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season.
Ralston will challenge Elkhorn North at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday. As for Platteview, they will take on Omaha North in a tournament on Friday.
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