Eustace has not done well against Mildred recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Eustace Bulldogs blew past the Mildred Eagles 15-9. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Eustace considering their one-run performance the game before.
Madilyn Andrews made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and six unearned) runs off ten hits (and only one walk). Andrews has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in six consecutive pitching appearances. Andrews was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sadie Jo Long, who went 2-for-4 with a home run, five RBI, and three runs. Marissa Long was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-5.
Eustace's win bumped their record up to 9-18-1. As for Mildred, they dropped their record down to 2-11 with that defeat, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Eustace will take on Kemp at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Eustace is facing Kemp at the right time seeing as Kemp is stuck on an eight-game losing streak. As for Mildred, they will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Blooming Grove, where first pitch is scheduled at 6:00 p.m. Blooming Grove will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something Mildred surely won't give up without a fight.
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