Round Mountain extended their postseason success on Friday against Indian Springs. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Indian Springs Thunderbirds and snuck past 11-10. That's more bragging rights for Round Mountain, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Ava Faga was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out nine batters over nine innings while giving up four earned (and six unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Faga has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in five consecutive pitching appearances. Faga was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 4-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Hallee Larsen, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-5. Kailyn Hunton was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-5.
Round Mountain's win bumped their record up to 15-8. As for Indian Springs, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 14-9 record this season.
Round Mountain is on the road again on Saturday to play Pahranagat Valley. Pahranagat Valley will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something Round Mountain surely won't give up without a fight. Indian Springs does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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