Woodland has relied on a stalwart pitcher averaging 3.86 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Tuesday. They fell just short of the Beaufort Eagles by a score of 10-9. The Wolverines have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
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Katey Westbury spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and six unearned) runs on 11 hits and racked up eight Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Josie Mitchum stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: she scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5. That stolen base was her first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Corinne Westbury, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
The loss was their first on the road , dropping their record down to 4-3. As for Beaufort, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-7 record this season.
Woodland will be playing in front of their home fans against Andrews at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Beaufort, they will venture away from home to take on Bishop England at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Battling Bishops have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 19.29 runs per game on average), something the Eagles will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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