Refugio and Freer squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Refugio had to settle for second. They lost 14-1 to the Freer Buckaroos. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Refugio has scored all season.
For Freer's part, Ashlyn Butler made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out six batters over 4.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. Butler was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles.
In other batting news, Emily Balboa and Samantha Barker did most of the damage at the plate: Balboa scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances, while Barker scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Gabriela Salinas was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Refugio has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 17-10 record this season. As for Freer, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests, which provided a nice bump to their 17-5 record this season.
Refugio does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Freer, they will challenge Shiner on Thursday. Both teams will come into the matchup having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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