Goodland scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 17-5 margin over the Russell Broncos. Perhaps unsurprisingly given the team's high-flying offense, the game also marked the team's biggest win of the season.
Allison Cure made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over six innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off eight hits. Cure has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Cure was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Emily Hoppe, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Phoebe Nachtigall, who went 2-for-4 with four RBI, a run, and a double.
The victory made it two in a row for Goodland and bumps their season record up to 3-6. As for Russell, their loss was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Goodland will take on Thomas More Prep-Marian at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Russell, they will head out on the road to challenge Ellinwood on Friday.
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