South Kitsap has not done well against Puyallup recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Wednesday. The South Kitsap Wolves skirted past the Puyallup Vikings 9-8. That's more bragging rights for South Kitsap, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Kamdyn Hagerty was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Hagerty was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ryleigh Wotzka, who went 2-for-4 with a home run and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Ronan Byrd, who scored three runs while going 3-for-4.
On Puyallup's side, Kayla Ringenbach stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: she went 1-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Nola Reily was another key contributor, going 1-for-4 with a home run and three RBI.
South Kitsap has been performing well recently as they've won eight of their last ten matches, which provided a nice bump to their 12-5 record this season. As for Puyallup, their defeat ended a nine-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 10-5.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Rogers the next time they take the field. South Kitsap will head out to face Rogers at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, while Puyallup will host them at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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