Softball Recap: Atlanta Snags Fifth Win in Last Six Games

Atlanta won against Alanson last Tuesday with 15 runs and they decided to stick to that run total again on Monday. The Huskies didn't even let the Wolverine Wildcats on the board, marking the Huskies' second-straight 15-0 shutout. The result was nothing new for the Huskies, who have now won nine contests by 11 runs or more so far this season.

Jyl Larsen was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one hit any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs.

In other batting news, Atlanta got a massive performance out of Valerie Binge, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with five RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Olivia McSwain, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases and three runs.

Atlanta kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.

Atlanta has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 10-3 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.8 runs on average over those games. As for Wolverine, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-6.

Coming up, Atlanta will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Mackinaw City at 4:00 p.m. The Comets have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12.56 runs per game on average), something the Huskies will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Wolverine, they will face off against Ellsworth on Thursday.