Tri-Center was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They lost 13-1 to the Jefferson Yellowjackets.
For Jefferson's part, Carley Steinspring spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on two hits and racked up six Ks. Steinspring has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in five consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Morgan Rasmussen and Cara Ronk did most of the damage at the plate: Rasmussen went 3-for-4 with four RBI, a triple, and a run, while Ronk scored four runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. Madeline Tierney was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3.
Tri-Center's defeat dropped their record down to 5-15. As for Jefferson, the victory got them back to even at 13-13.
Tri-Center didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 12-1 loss vs. Missouri Valley on the 20th. Jefferson has also already played their next match, a 5-4 win against Lincoln on the 20th.
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