Lovejoy came tearing into Friday's contest with four straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 10.5 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They came out on top against the McKinney North Bulldogs by a score of 10-7. That's more bragging rights for Lovejoy, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Izzy Guarriello was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and two unearned) runs off ten hits (and only one walk). Guarriello has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Guarriello was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with three RBI and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Skylar Rucker, who went 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Tatum Vitek, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Lovejoy pushed their record up to 12-10-1 with that victory, which was their fourth straight at home. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.3 runs per game. As for McKinney North, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-11.
Coincidentally, Lovejoy and McKinney North will both be playing Melissa the next time they take the field. McKinney North will host Melissa at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, while Lovejoy will host them at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday.
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