Boscobel came tearing into Friday's game with nine straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 5 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They had just enough and edged the Fennimore Golden Eagles out 5-4. That's two games straight that Boscobel has won by just one run.
Gretta Grassel was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 16 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off three hits. Grassel has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in 11 consecutive pitching appearances. Grassel was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Boscobel let Cozy Wetter and Erin Knowles loose on the outfield. Wetter scored a run while going 2-for-4, while Knowles went 1-for-3 with a home run and two runs.
Boscobel's win was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 12-1. As for Fennimore, their loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 7-5.
Boscobel will play host again on Monday to welcome Cuba City, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:00 p.m. The last three games Boscobel has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Fennimore, they will head out on the road to take on Iowa-Grant at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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