Derry had to endure a seven-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against the Apollo Ridge Vikings by a score of 7-4 on Wednesday. The victory was just what Derry needed coming off of a 10-0 defeat in their prior match.
Derry got a massive performance out of Katie Dunlap, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-4. Maizie Legge was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
On Apollo Ridge's side, Jocelyn Snyder spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and three unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up 12 Ks.
On the hitting side, Madison Butler was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 1-for-2. Another player making a difference was Camdyn Kowalczyk, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Derry made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-2. As for Apollo Ridge, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Derry will be staying on the road on Thursday to face off against Greensburg Salem at 4:15 p.m. As for Apollo Ridge, they will face off against Leechburg at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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