Richlands can now show off eight landslide victories after their most recent game on Thursday. They never let the West Carteret Patriots onto the board and left with a 17-0 victory. Richlands' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Makenzie Goin made a splash while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 11 over six innings pitched. Goin has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Goin was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Erin Thibault was a standout: she went 3-for-5 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Megan Pittman, who scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Richlands has been performing well recently as they've won 11 of their last 14 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 13-6 record this season. As for West Carteret, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-12.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Richlands will take on Croatan at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Richlands is coming into the match hot, having won their last five games. As for West Carteret, they will stay at home for another game and welcome White Oak at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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