York proved they can win big on Wednesday (they won by 17) and on Wednesday they proved they can win the close ones too. They skirted past the Pikeville Panthers 8-6.
Taylor McMillen looked comfortable as she tossed 3.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Lillianah (Lilly) Burda, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Gia Valentin, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Dukes
| 04/02/25 vs Pikeville | 8-6 |
| 04/02/25 vs Pike County Central | 17-0 |
| 04/01/25 vs Mason County | 13-5 |
| 03/17/25 vs Hinsdale South | 3-0 |
York pushed their record up to 7-2 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. The home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.3 runs over those games. As for Pikeville, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-7 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. York will host Fremd at 4:45 p.m. on Monday. As for Pikeville, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Belfry on Tuesday.
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