Emporia had to endure an eight-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Highland Park Scots a 14-0 shutout on Tuesday. Emporia's offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last four games.
Bailey Schlesener was a standout: she scored two runs while going 2-for-3. Ryane Howe was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
Emporia's victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-10. As for Highland Park, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-7-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Emporia will take on Iola at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Highland Park, they will head out on the road to face off against Schlagle at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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