In what's become a running theme this season, Philo gave their fans yet another huge win on Saturday. They were the clear victor by a 10-4 margin over the River View Black Bears. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Philo.
Cassidy Himes spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up seven Ks.
On the hitting side, Caitlin Rose was incredible, going 4-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a double. Another player making a difference was Olivia Winland, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
On River View's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Bridgette Bible gave up three earned (and seven unearned) runs on 12 hits. Bible has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Addy Blair was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Even though they lost, River View was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Philo pushed their record up to 10-8 with that victory, which was their fifth straight at home. As for River View, they are on an 11-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-13.
Philo will head out on the road to challenge John Glenn at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. John Glenn is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.9 runs per game this season. As for River View, they will be playing at home against Sheridan at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Sheridan will roll in looking for their 12th straight win, something River View surely won't give up without a fight.
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