Greencastle gave up the first runs on Tuesday, but they didn't let that get them down. They had just enough and edged the Cloverdale Clovers out 6-5. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Greencastle also won the last time the pair played last Saturday.
Ali Hassler spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on ten hits and racked up 13 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Allie Beaman, who went 1-for-2 with a triple, a stolen base, and a run. Katie Detro was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
On Cloverdale's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Callee Smith gave up three earned (and three unearned) runs on nine hits.
At the plate, Paisley Meyerrose was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Keelie Price, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Greencastle is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a nice bump to their 4-3 record this season. As for Cloverdale, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Greencastle will be staying on the road on Thursday to face off against Parke Heritage at 5:30 p.m. Parke Heritage is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.2 runs per game this season. As for Cloverdale, they will head out on the road to square off against Northview at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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