The Timberline Wolves will be playing in front of their home fans against the Borah Lions at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Timberline will be hoping to continue their six-game streak of scoring more runs each matchup than the last.
In what's become a running theme this season, Timberline gave their fans yet another huge victory on Thursday. They put the hurt on Boise with a sharp 13-6 win.
Bre Degen was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over 5.1 innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits. Degen has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Degen was even better at the plate, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with a home run and two runs.
In other batting news, Timberline got a massive performance out of Belle Sackett, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Bella Bonacorsi, who went 2-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and a double.
Meanwhile, Borah faced Rocky Mountain in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Thursday. Borah skirted past Rocky Mountain 3-1. The victory was some much needed relief for Borah as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Megan Meracle spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on three hits and racked up 18 Ks. Those 18 strikeouts set a new season-high mark for her.
On the hitting side, Abigail Gardner was excellent, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI. Rylee Nelson was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Timberline's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 14-7. As for Borah, they now have a winning record of 8-7.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Friday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Timberline has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 10.6 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Borah struggles in that department as they've been averaging 9.5. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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