Riverton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They lost 30-13 to the Lanphier Lions. Even if Riverton couldn't come away with the win, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
Riverton got a massive performance out of Opal Withers, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and a double. Kristen Painter was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 1-for-3.
On Lanphier's side, Tamaih Jefferson was a standout: she scored six runs and stole six bases while getting on base in all seven of her plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Maya Bennett, who scored six runs and stole five bases while getting on base in all seven of her plate appearances.
Riverton's loss dropped their record down to 1-19. As for Lanphier, their victory ended a 20-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-15.
Riverton will be playing in front of their home fans against Hartsburg-Emden at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Hartsburg-Emden is coming into the match with three straight defeats on the road, meaning Riverton will have to defend against a team hungry for a win. As for Lanphier, they will square off against Springfield Southeast at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Lanphier is facing Springfield Southeast at the right time seeing as Springfield Southeast is stuck on an eight-game losing streak.
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