Traverse City West gave up the first runs on Monday, but they didn't let that get them down. They walked away with a 14-9 win over the Big Rapids Cardinals. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 12-3 on Monday.
Grace Shedlock
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Grace Shedlock was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-5 with three RBI and one double. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Traverse City West got a massive performance out of Delaney Witkop, who went 3-for-5 with one home run, six RBI, and two runs. Those six RBI gave Witkop a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Kapri Wilson, who went 4-for-5 with five runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Traverse City West kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 18 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
The victory made it two in a row for Traverse City West and bumps their season record up to 7-12. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.0 runs over those games. As for Big Rapids, they are on a ten-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-16-1.
Looking ahead, Traverse City West will be playing in front of their home fans against Traverse City Central at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Big Rapids, they will face off against Morley Stanwood at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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