Parkview was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They lost 19-6 to the Williams Bay Bulldogs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Parkview of the 16-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on Friday.
For Williams Bay's part, Annmarie Cates was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and five unearned) runs off five hits. Cates has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Cates was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Williams Bay let Maisie Smith and Bayleigh Kozak loose on the outfield. Smith scored three runs while going 2-for-3, while Kozak went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Sophia Count, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Parkview's loss dropped their record down to 3-12. As for Williams Bay, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-7.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Parkview will take on Rio at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Williams Bay, they are on the road again on Monday to play Catholic Central at 4:30 p.m. Both teams will come into the contest having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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