Oregon City dropped their record down to 10-12 on Friday, which also ended the team's five-game streak of wins at home. They fell just short of the West Linn Lions by a score of 2-1. Having soared to a lofty 13 runs in the game before, the Pioneers couldn't push the score so high this time.
Ellie Joseph spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on four hits and racked up 13 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 13 consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Oregon City saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Chloe Stromme, who went 1-for-3 with one double.
As for West Linn, they pushed their record up to 18-4 with the win, which was their sixth straight on the road. Those two runs were actually the fewest they have put up all season, but given the result they're probably not too concerned.
On West Linn's side, Meadow Sanborn tossed a big game, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and not a single walk).
On the hitting side, Emily Sakys was excellent, going 1-for-3 with one home run.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Oregon City will square off against Tigard at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Tigers will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Pioneers surely won't give up without a fight. As for West Linn, they will face off against Tualatin at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Lions' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Timberwolves have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season.
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