Canton scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They put the hurt on the Sayre Redskins with a sharp 19-4 win. Considering Canton has won three contests by more than 14 runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Tara Gilbert made a splash no matter where she played. She tossed four innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. Gilbert was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Jaylee Ward was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3. Tiffany Acla was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with four RBI, two doubles, and a run.
Canton's victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-7. As for Sayre, their defeat was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Canton will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Troy at 4:30 p.m. on May 1st. As for Sayre, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Williamson at 4:30 p.m.
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