For the second straight game, Auburn will face off against Mt. Rainier. The Trojans are taking a road trip to take on the Rams at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Auburn has now lost ten straight, leaving the team hunting for their first win since March 19.
Wednesday just wasn't the day for Auburn's offense. They lost 18-0 to Mt. Rainier on Wednesday.
For Mt. Rainier's part, Sydney Young made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out seven over four innings pitched. Young was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
In other batting news, Mt. Rainier got a massive performance out of Kendall Parker, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Kadence Avila Petitt, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI and two doubles.
Mt. Rainier always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .588. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Auburn only posted an OBP of .077.
Mt. Rainier moved to 4-5 with that victory, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for Auburn, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-10.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Friday as neither team is afraid to steal. Auburn has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.8 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Mt. Rainier struggles in that department as they've been averaging 3.3 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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