Indianapolis Shortridge extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 2-4 in the process. They lost 10-0 to Horizon Christian. The contest marked the first time this year in which the Blue Devils were not able to get on the board.
As for Horizon Christian, the win keeps they at an undefeated 9-0. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.3 runs on average this season.
For Horizon Christian's part, Lucy Long made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out seven over five innings pitched. Long has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up a single earned run in four consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Brooke Wrightsman was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with two runs, two RBI, and one double. Abby Brown was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs, two doubles, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Indianapolis Shortridge will host Christel House at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Eagles will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something the Blue Devils surely won't give up without a fight. As for Horizon Christian, they will face off against Eminence at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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