Tri fought the good fight in their extra-innings game against Columbus East on Saturday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Columbus East Olympians by a score of 4-2. Having soared to a lofty ten runs in the game before, Tri couldn't push the score so high this time.
Ashton Richey spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned runs on 12 hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On Columbus East's side, they also let their pitcher toss all eight innings and she was also dialed-in: Hermione Robinson gave up two runs (both of which were unearned) on one hit and racked up ten Ks.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Lola Watkins, who went 3-for-5 with a home run, two stolen bases, and three RBI. Mackenzie Hampton was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
Tri has traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last eight matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-12 record this season. As for Columbus East, their victory ended a six-game drought at home and bumped them up to 10-15.
Tri will head out on the road to challenge Knightstown at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Knightstown will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Tri surely won't give up without a fight. As for Columbus East, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Jeffersonville at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Jeffersonville is coming into the match with three straight victories on the road, so Columbus East will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum.
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