Waynedale gave up the first runs on Tuesday, but they didn't let that get them down. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Rittman Indians 10-8. That's more bragging rights for Waynedale, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Brooke Compston was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and three unearned) runs off eight hits. Compston was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Hannah Rodhe and Carleigh Lynch did most of the damage at the plate: Rodhe scored a run while going 3-for-4, while Lynch scored two runs while going 3-for-4. Brayleigh Mast was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 3-for-5.
On Rittman's side, Olivia Csirmaz made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Csirmaz continues to roll, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. Another player making a difference was Cloee Senz, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Waynedale's win bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Rittman, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-7.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Waynedale will face off against Chippewa at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Chippewa's pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so Waynedale's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Rittman, they will head out on the road to square off against Fairless at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Rittman is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8 runs per game this season.
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