New Washington hasn't had much luck against Providence recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Mustangs are taking a road trip to take on the Pioneers at 5:30 p.m. New Washington has given up an average of 14.3 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
New Washington is headed into Tuesday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their eighth straight game on Saturday. They lost 17-7 to Southwestern.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Providence). They never let Southwestern get on the board and left with an 18-0 win on Monday. With that victory, the Pioneers brought their scoring average up to 6.5 runs per game.
Sydney Laslie (2027) made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out nine over five innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Those four hits gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Lainey Weber (2028) was incredible, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one triple. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Presley Flowers (2028) was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI and one double.
Providence always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .585. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
New Washington's loss dropped their record down to 2-11. As for Providence, the win snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 11-7 record.
New Washington might still be hurting after the 16-6 defeat they got from Providence in their previous matchup back in May of 2023. Can the Mustangs avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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