Astoria/VIT had lost three straight on the road, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 5-14 to make it four. They lost 16-1 to the Cuba/Spoon River Valley Wildcats. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Wildcats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-2 last Tuesday.
As for Cuba/Spoon River Valley, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-7 record this season. Considering they have won nine games by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Cuba/Spoon River Valley's part, Kacie White made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. White has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, earning one RBI and two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sam Thum, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high. Ashlyn Ball was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI.
Coming up, Astoria/VIT will take on Liberty at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Cuba/Spoon River Valley, they will challenge Farmington at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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