Southridge had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They blew past the Washington Hatchets 10-2. Southridge might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won nine matches by seven runs or more this season.
Millie Hunter tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run while striking out six over 6.1 innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Kenley Ferguson was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Kamryn Allen, who went 1-for-4 with a stolen base and two RBI.
On Washington's side, Braleigh Armes was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
Southridge pushed their record up to 15-5 with that win, which was their seventh straight at home. As for Washington, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-18.
Southridge will square off against Jasper at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Jasper is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season. Washington does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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