Franklin Pierce had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the nine-run drubbing they dealt Washington on Thursday. Franklin Pierce put the hurt on Washington with a sharp 10-1 victory. The Cardinals not only won on Thursday, but they posted their biggest win since May 15, 2024.
Kiley Sledge
| 03/27/25 @ Washington | 4 |
| 03/25/25 vs Orting | 1 |
| 05/24/24 @ North Kitsap | 2 |
| 05/24/24 @ Clarkston | 1 |
| 05/15/24 @ Clover Park | 2 |
| + 2 more games |
Kiley Sledge made a splash no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out 14 over 6.2 innings pitched. That's the fewest hits she has allowed since back in May of 2024. She was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. That's the most runs she has posted since back in May of 2024.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Leila Kennach, who went 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. Savanna Fomai was another key player, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
Franklin Pierce kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Washington only managed two hits.
Franklin Pierce's record now sits at 2-0. As for Washington, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 3-1.
Coming up, Franklin Pierce will challenge Kingston at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Kingston has struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.25 runs per game on average), something Franklin Pierce will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Washington, they will venture away from home to face off against Orting at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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