After two games on the road, Falkner is heading back home. They will take on the Ashland Blue Devils at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Falkner is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 10.9 runs per game this season.
In what's become a running theme this season, Falkner gave their fans yet another huge win on Tuesday. They never let Byers onto the board and left with a 27-0 victory. The win was just what Falkner needed coming off of a 10-0 defeat in their prior match.
Taylor Garner and Ella Mauney were a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Garner tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Mauney pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). At the plate, Garner went 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI, while Mauney scored three runs and stole five bases while going 2-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Mia McDaniel, who went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, four runs, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Caylee Washington, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Thursday just wasn't the day for Ashland's offense. They fell victim to a tough 25-0 loss at the hands of Myrtle on Thursday. Ashland's defeat continues an unfortunate trend for the squad, making it three in a row.
The victory got Falkner back to even at 6-6. As for Ashland, their loss dropped their record down to 1-5.
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