Ithaca took a six-run loss the last time they faced off against Bullock Creek, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Yellowjackets had just enough and edged out the Lancers 3-2 on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Yellowjackets have posted since April 5, 2024.

Ivy Davenport
04/11/25 vs Bullock Creek | 15 |
04/09/25 vs Valley Lutheran | 13 |
04/04/25 @ Clare | 2 |
05/06/24 vs Michigan Lutheran Seminary | 4 |
05/06/24 @ Michigan Lutheran Seminary | 20 |
Ivy Davenport made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 15 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in May of 2024. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one triple and one RBI.
Davenport wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Quinne McMurphy, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and one double. Those RBI were McMurphy's first of the season.
Ithaca now has a winning record of 3-2.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: the Yellowjackets beat Bullock Creek by a score of 10-7 later that day.
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