With a playoff game on the line, DeLand rose to the challenge on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 22-12 margin over the West Port Wolf Pack. DeLand might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won 11 matchups by six runs or more this season.
The team relied heavily on Payton Mathis, who went 5-for-5 with a home run, four runs, and four RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Teagan Squires, who went 2-for-5 with three stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs.
On West Port's side, they got a massive performance out of Elizabeth Donken, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. Baylee Paparo was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4.
Even though they lost, West Port was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with five doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
DeLand's victory bumped their record up to 12-10. As for West Port, their loss dropped their record down to 15-8.
DeLand is on the road again on Tuesday to play Spruce Creek at 4:00 p.m. Spruce Creek will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something DeLand surely won't give up without a fight. West Port does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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