Rossville got themselves on the board against Eastern on Wednesday, but Eastern never followed suit. They were the clear victors by a 23-0 margin over the Comets. The result was nothing new for the Hornets, who have now won seven games by seven runs or more so far this season.
Avery Layton made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in seven consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. That stolen base was her first of the season.
In other pitching news, Jillian Morris looked comfortable as she pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Autumn Paschal was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, four runs, and two RBI. Those three stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Gracie McDonald, who got on base in five of her six plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Rossville kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Eastern only managed two hits.
Hornets
| 04/30/25 @ Eastern | 23-0 |
| 04/28/25 @ Frankfort | 37-8 |
| 04/24/25 @ Northwestern | 6-1 |
| 04/22/25 @ Clinton Central | 14-1 |
| 04/21/25 @ Frontier | 26-3 |
| + 13 more games |
Rossville pushed their record up to 9-2 with the win, which was their 18th straight on the road dating back to last season. Those road victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.9 runs on average over those games. As for Eastern, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-15.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Rossville will challenge Delphi Community at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Hornets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Oracles have averaged an impressive 7.8 runs per game this season. As for Eastern, they will face off against Lewis Cass at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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