Bismarck took a 12-run defeat the last time they faced off against Potosi, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Indians narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Trojans 15-13. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Indians have posted since April 5, 2024.

Alyssa Brake
04/09/25 @ Potosi | 4 |
04/07/25 vs Ste. Genevieve | 3 |
03/22/25 @ Grandview | 2 |
03/21/25 @ Ellington | 2 |
05/06/24 @ Advance | 2 |
Bismarck let Alyssa Brake and Ayla Hawkins run wild. Brake went 4-for-5 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI, while Hawkins went 2-for-4 with six RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Those four hits gave Brake a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Grace Randazzo, who scored three runs while going 2-for-5.
They weren't the only one making solid contact: Bismarck kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 19 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least 11 hits in three consecutive matches.
Bismarck now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Potosi, their loss dropped their record down to 4-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bismarck will head out to challenge Valle Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Warriors have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.86 runs per game on average), something the Indians will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Potosi, they will challenge Ste. Genevieve at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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