In what's become a running theme this season, Riverside gave their fans yet another huge win on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 10-2 margin over the Buffalo Bison. The victory was some much needed relief for Riverside as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Shaylea Blackhurst was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits (she also only allowed one walk). Blackhurst has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up a single walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. Blackhurst was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Keelee Harrison, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Allison Williams, who went 1-for-2 with a home run and a stolen base.
Riverside pushed their record up to 5-4 with that win, which was their fourth straight at home. Those good results were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.0 runs per game. As for Buffalo, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Riverside will challenge Capital at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Riverside is facing Capital at the right time seeing as Capital is stuck on a seven-game losing streak. As for Buffalo, they will head out on the road to take on Winfield at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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