Bethel had to endure a six-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They put the hurt on the Spanaway Lake Sentinels with a sharp 14-4 victory on Friday. Considering the Bison's hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Sophia Hutchins
| 04/03/26 vs Spanaway Lake | 1 |
| 04/02/26 vs Puyallup | 0 |
| 03/31/26 @ Emerald Ridge | 2 |
| 03/27/26 vs Olympia | 2 |
| 03/26/26 vs Graham-Kapowsin | 2 |
| + 2 more games |
Sophia Hutchins was a major factor no matter where she played. She tossed five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Penelope Smith was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. That triple was her first of the season. Ella Makepeace was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and one double.
Bethel kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Bethel's win was their first in the district, bumping their district record up to 1-4 and their overall record up to 2-6. As for Spanaway Lake, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-8.
Looking ahead, Bethel will welcome South Kitsap at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Bison's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wolves have averaged an impressive 6.5 runs per game this season. As for Spanaway Lake, they will head out on the road to challenge Curtis at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Vikings have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 15 runs per game on average), something the Sentinels will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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