Cabell Midland put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They put the hurt on the Parkersburg Big Reds with a sharp 14-2 win. The result was nothing new for Cabell Midland, who have now won seven matches by six runs or more so far this season.
Audrea Watts tossed a big game, striking out 13 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Baylee Smith was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Olivia Bell, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI.
On Parkersburg's side, Abby Roberts made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with a home run.
Cabell Midland's victory was their 17th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 10-0. As for Parkersburg, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-7.
Cabell Midland will be playing at home against South Charleston at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Cabell Midland's pitching crew has only allowed 1.5 runs per game this season, so South Charleston's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Parkersburg, they are on the road again on Monday to play George Washington at 5:30 p.m.
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