Mt. Vernon had to endure a seven-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by an 8-1 margin over the Pike Central Chargers on Saturday. That's more bragging rights for Mt. Vernon, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Alaina Allyn made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over 6.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and only one walk). Allyn has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in five consecutive pitching appearances. Allyn was also big at the plate, scoring three runs while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Cora Bell, who fired off two home runs and five RBI while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Hannah West, who went 1-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.
On Pike Central's side, Taryn Fiscus made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-3 with a triple and a run.
Mt. Vernon now has a winning record of 10-9. As for Pike Central, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-11.
Mt. Vernon is on the road again on Saturday to play Jasper at 3:30 p.m. Jasper will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Mt. Vernon surely won't give up without a fight. As for Pike Central, they will head out on the road to take on North Posey at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. North Posey's pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so Pike Central's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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