Ragland scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. They never let the Winterboro Bulldogs onto the board and left with a 15-0 victory. The result was nothing new for Ragland, who have now won five games by seven runs or more so far this season.
Paige McMurrey made a big impact no matter where she played. She pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). McMurrey has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. McMurrey was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sabrina Rogers, who went 3-for-3 with five RBI, two runs, and a triple. Beverly Alexander was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
Ragland's win ended a six-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-7. As for Winterboro, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-8-1 record this season.
Ragland will look to defend their home field on Monday against Appalachian at 4:30 p.m. Ragland will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak alive. As for Winterboro, they will head out on the road to take on Ragland at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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