Daleville's game on Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Saturday. They came out on top against the Union City Indians by a score of 9-6. For Daleville, this counts as revenge for the 12-1 loss Union City walked away with the last time they faced one another back in May of 2022.
Emily Simmons was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and one unearned) runs off eight hits (and only one walk). Simmons has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. Simmons was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Cali Pattengale, who went 3-for-3 with two RBI. Another player making a difference was Alyssa McMillian, who scored two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
On Union City's side, Oaklee Reichard was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and a triple. The team also got some help courtesy of Brianna Williams, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Daleville's victory bumped their record up to 12-9-1. As for Union City, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 8-16.
Daleville will square off against Wes-Del at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Union City, they are on the road again on Tuesday to play Randolph Southern at 7:00 p.m. Union City is facing Randolph Southern at the right time seeing as Randolph Southern is stuck on a 12-game losing streak.
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