Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Lake Shore). They were the clear victors by a 22-3 margin over the New Haven Rockets on Tuesday. The result was nothing new for the Shorians, who have now won five matches by 11 runs or more so far this season.
Sara Augustitus made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over four innings while giving up three earned runs off six hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one triple and two RBI.
In other batting news, Lake Shore got a massive performance out of Makayla Blumenschein, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. Elise Badyna was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Lake Shore always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .700. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as New Haven only posted an OBP of .389.
Shorians
| 04/15/25 @ New Haven | 22-3 |
| 04/14/25 vs Warren Woods-Tower | 8-7 |
| 04/12/25 @ Hazel Park | 16-1 |
| 04/12/25 @ Hazel Park | 16-0 |
| 04/11/25 @ Rochester | 13-2 |
The victory was the fifth in a row for Lake Shore, bringing their record up to 6-2. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 15.0 runs over those games. As for New Haven, their loss dropped their record down to 1-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lake Shore will challenge Marine City at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for New Haven, they will take on Warren Woods-Tower at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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