Bunnell has not done well against Joel Barlow recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. The Bunnell Bulldogs skirted past the Joel Barlow Falcons 6-5. The win made it back-to-back victories for Bunnell.
Parker Smith spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on six hits and racked up ten Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Payton Niemiec and Sydney Sedlock did most of the damage at the plate: Niemiec got on base in three of her four plate appearances with three RBI and a stolen base, while Sedlock scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Sedlock is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last four games she's played. Kira Bryant was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
On Joel Barlow's side, Sophia Kelly and Alisen McTague stepped up to the plate in a big way. Kelly scored a run while going 3-for-4, while McTague scored three runs while going 3-for-4.
Bunnell's win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 5-10. As for Joel Barlow, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-12.
Bunnell will be playing in front of their home fans against Masuk at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Masuk will roll in looking for their 18th straight victory, something Bunnell surely won't give up without a fight. As for Joel Barlow, they will head out on the road to face off against Bethel at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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