Midland had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They put the hurt on the Lowpoint-Washburn Wildcats with a sharp 9-1 victory on Thursday. That eight run margin sets a new team best for Midland this season.
Sandy Jones spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on seven hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Addy Stickel was incredible, going 4-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Emma Franks, who went 2-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
Midland's win ended an 18-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-17. As for Lowpoint-Washburn, their loss was their ninth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 0-19.
Midland will have a chance to go back-to-back against Lowpoint-Washburn: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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