Franklin-Simpson had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They skirted past the East Robertson Indians 9-7. That's more bragging rights for Franklin-Simpson, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Allie Utley made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits (and not a single walk). Utley was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
In other pitching news, Zori Stout looked comfortable as she struck out eight batters over four innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits (and only one walk).
Back at the plate, Jasmine Grover was incredible, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Abbey Cook, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Franklin-Simpson's victory bumped their record up to 8-3. As for East Robertson, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-5.
Franklin-Simpson will challenge Oldham County at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday. As for East Robertson, they will be playing at home against Jo Byrns at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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