West Side had lost 15 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 1-14 to make it 16. They lost 11-1 to the Ririe Bulldogs. The Pirates were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Bulldogs earlier this season, when they won 12-1.
As for Ririe, they now have a winning record of 9-8. They not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since April 4, 2024 (when they won 17-5).
For Ririe's part, Cheznee Smith made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Smith has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 13 consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one home run, three stolen bases, and two runs. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season.
In other batting news, Haylee Smith was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted over her last 12 matches. Another player making a difference was Addie Moeller, who went 2-for-3 with one home run and two runs.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. West Side will square off against Wendell at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Trojans have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.5 runs per game on average), something the Pirates will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Ririe, they will face off against West Jefferson at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bulldogs are facing the Panthers at the right time seeing as the Panthers are stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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