Filer scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. They were the clear victor by an 18-12 margin over the Wendell Trojans. This was payback for Filer, who suffered a 12-5 loss the last time these two teams met.
Heidi Winegar was a standout: she fired off two home runs and three RBI while going 2-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Ava Smith, who went 3-for-5 with a home run, two runs, and a double.
On Wendell's side, Tyree Sears was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Ainsley Clark, who scored a run while going 3-for-5.
Even though they lost, Wendell kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 17 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Filer is on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six contests, which provided a massive bump to their 7-12 record this season. As for Wendell, they now have a losing record at 10-11.
Filer will head out on the road to square off against Kimberly at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Kimberly will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Filer surely won't give up without a fight. As for Wendell, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Melba at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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