It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Medina had no problem doing just that on Friday. They put the hurt on the North Zulch Bulldogs with a sharp 16-6 victory. The result was nothing new for Medina, who have now won nine matches by six runs or more so far this season.
Hattie Barton was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed six innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off eight hits. Barton was also stellar in the batter's box, going 4-for-4 with two doubles and an RBI.
In other batting news, Hallie Kunz was incredible, going 4-for-4 with a home run, six RBI, and three runs. She is trending in the right direction, as she's improved her point production for three straight games. Another player making a difference was Ahnika Grassie, who went 4-for-5 with two doubles and two RBI.
The win made it two in a row for Medina and bumps their season record up to 12-10-1. As for North Zulch, their loss dropped their record down to 2-15.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Medina beat North Zulch by a score of 15-0 later that day.
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