After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Effingham, Marshall was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They put the hurt on the Northview Knights with a sharp 21-3 victory. The Lions might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven matches by six runs or more this season.
Haley McGuire made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching five innings while giving up three earned runs off seven hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, firing off two home runs and five RBI while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Marshall got a massive performance out of Lynn Welborn, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. Lauren English also deserves some recognition as she hit her first triple of the season.
Lions
| 04/11/25 vs Northview | 19 |
| 04/01/25 vs Robinson | 7 |
| 03/28/25 vs Salt Fork | 18 |
| 03/27/25 @ Hutsonville/Palestine | 17 |
| 03/25/25 vs Georgetown-Ridge Farm | 14 |
| + 22 more games |
Marshall kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 19 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in April of 2024.
Marshall's record is now 8-1. As for Northview, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Looking ahead, Marshall will be taking part in a tournament against Sullivan at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Golden Arrows will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Lions surely won't give up without a fight. As for Northview, they will take on Paris in a tournament on Saturday. The Tigers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.91 runs per game on average), something the Knights will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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