Whitnall was handed a six-run loss in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Saturday. They skirted past the Ripon Tigers 5-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Falcons have posted since May 2nd.
Riley Kugi was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one RBI.
Kugi wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Samantha Davis, who went 1-for-3 with one run.
Whitnall has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-6 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.3 runs over those games. As for Ripon, their defeat dropped their record down to 17-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Whitnall will host Milton at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Ripon, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Notre Dame Academy at 5:00 p.m.
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