It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Avon had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They put the hurt on the Plainfield Quakers with a sharp 7-1 victory. The result was nothing new for Avon, who have now won ten matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
Madeline Herman spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on two hits and racked up eight Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Hannah Sutton, who went 2-for-3 with a home run and three RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Lilly Heath, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
On Plainfield's side, Kylie Fish made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-2 with a home run.
The win (which was Avon's sixth in a row) raised their record to 17-9. As for Plainfield, their loss dropped their record down to 23-7.
Avon will challenge Terre Haute North Vigo at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Terre Haute North Vigo will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something Avon surely won't give up without a fight. Plainfield does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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