Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Scotland County). They were the clear victor by a 15-5 margin over the Novinger Wildcats on Tuesday. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Tigers as it put an end to their seven-game losing streak.
Keeley Brown made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching six innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off seven hits. What's more, she also racked up four strikeouts, the mostshe's had since back in September. She was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, Scotland County got a big performance out of Allie Elenbaas, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI, a triple, and a run. Another player making a difference was Cameryn Siegfried, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
Scotland County's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-15. As for Novinger, their defeat dropped their record down to 9-15.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought when Tigers challenges Monroe City at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Scotland County is facing Monroe City at the right time seeing as Monroe City is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Novinger, they will take on Atlanta at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Atlanta is coming into the game with four straight losses at home, meaning Novinger will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win.
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