Dan River's game last Friday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 10-1 margin over the Gretna Hawks. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Dan River considering their two-run performance the matchup before.
Cara Barrett and Hannah Lee were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Barrett tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Lee tossed five innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Barrett has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Barrett scored a run while going 2-for-3, while Lee scored three runs while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, Addison Snead was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with a triple, two RBI, and a run. The team also got some help courtesy of Ashlyn Chappell, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
On Gretna's side, Alyssa Keesee spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and six unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up eight Ks. Those seven innings set a new season-high mark for her.
On the hitting side, Miranda Hearn made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-3 with a triple and a run.
Dan River's victory bumped their record up to 2-3. As for Gretna, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-5.
Dan River will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Brookville at 7:00 p.m. As for Gretna, they will head out on the road to square off against Appomattox County at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Appomattox County's pitching crew has only allowed 2.2 runs per game this season, so Gretna's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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