It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Borah had no problem doing just that on Friday. They put the hurt on the Timberline Wolves with a sharp 9-2 win. Considering Borah has won eight games by more than five runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Megan Meracle spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on five hits and racked up 13 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in 12 consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Kayla Campbell, who fired off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 2-for-3. Rylee Nelson was another key contributor, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with a home run and two runs.
On Timberline's side, Mallorie Casch made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Bella Bonacorsi, who went 3-for-3 with a double.
The victory (which was Borah's fourth in a row) raised their record to 17-9. As for Timberline, their loss dropped their record down to 19-10.
Coincidentally, the pair will both be playing Owyhee the next time they take the field. Timberline will head out to face Owyhee at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, while Borah will play them later in the day, at 3:45 p.m.
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