Elyria had to endure a seven-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 9-6 win over the Olmsted Falls Bulldogs on Tuesday. Elyria's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Olmsted Falls' part, ASHLEY SCOTT was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: she struck out seven batters over 6.1 innings while giving up three earned (and six unearned) runs off 11 hits (and not a single walk).
On the hitting side, TAYLOR VAVRO and HAILEY KLAMUT did some serious damage despite the final result: VAVRO scored a run while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances, while KLAMUT went 2-for-3 with two RBI.
Elyria's victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-3. As for Olmsted Falls, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-3 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Elyria will be staying on the road on Wednesday to face off against Berea-Midpark at 4:45 p.m. Berea-Midpark is coming into the game with three straight wins at home, so Elyria will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Olmsted Falls, they will head out on the road to face off against Midview at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Olmsted Falls is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8 runs per game this season.
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