In what's become a running theme this season, Rising Sun gave their fans yet another huge victory on Saturday. They blew past the New Albany Bulldogs 17-8. The high-scoring effort was just what Rising Sun needed considering they were shutout in their previous game.
Elaina Titkemeyer made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched 3.1 innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits. Titkemeyer has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Titkemeyer was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-5 with a home run, three runs, and two doubles.
In other batting news, Rising Sun let Nora Powell and Ryan Works loose on the outfield. Powell scored four runs while going 4-for-4, while Works went 1-for-5 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Hannah Kremer was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
Rising Sun's win bumped their record up to 5-1. As for New Albany, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-7.
Rising Sun will be playing in front of their home fans against South Ripley at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Rising Sun will be looking to keep their 11-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for New Albany, they will head out on the road to square off against Charlestown at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Charlestown will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something New Albany surely won't give up without a fight.
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