Girard extended their losing streak to seven on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 2-10 in the process. They lost 11-1 to the North East Grape Pickers. The Yellowjackets were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Grape Pickers earlier this season, when they won 9-2.
Girard saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Camryn Kilpatrick, who went 1-for-2 with one double and one RBI.
As for North East, their win ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-10. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On North East's side, Sydney Wittman made a splash no matter where she played. She tossed five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Wittman has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with four RBI and one run. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Maisy Post was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Alexa Forsythe was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Girard will face off against rival Fairview at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, North East is set to challenge their familiar foe Cathedral Prep at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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