After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Fort Chiswell brought some dynamite into their most recent matchup. They put the hurt on the Galax Maroon Tide with a sharp 18-2 win on Monday. The result was nothing new for Fort Chiswell, who have now won three matches by seven runs or more so far this season.
Blair Jackson made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Jackson has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Jackson was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Haley Brumbaugh was incredible, firing off two home runs, six RBI, and three runs while going 3-for-3. She is on a roll when it comes to home runs, as she's now launched at least one in the last four games she's played. Another player making a difference was Lilly Goforth, who scored three runs while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
On Galax's side, Emily Edwards made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Fort Chiswell's victory bumped their record up to 4-5. As for Galax, they now have a losing record at 4-5.
Fort Chiswell didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 10-0 loss vs. Lebanon on the 17th. Galax has also already played their next contest, a 10-0 defeat against George Wythe on the 16th.
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