Southern Wells had lost three straight at home, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 4-4 to make it four. They came up short against the Bluffton Tigers, falling 7-1. Having soared to a lofty 14 runs in the game before, the Raiders couldn't push the score so high this time.
Emma Parks made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
As for Bluffton, they moved to 3-6 with that win, which also ended their four-game losing streak. That looming 7-1 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
On Bluffton's side, Kamryn Ault made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out seven over seven innings pitched. Ault has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. That stolen base was her first of the season.
In other batting news, Kiah Craig was excellent, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one double, and one RBI. Kierstynn Reed also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Southern Wells will take on rival Heritage at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Bluffton is set to square off against their familiar foe Woodlan at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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