Murphysboro scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They put the hurt on the Massac County Patriots with a sharp 15-3 victory. Murphysboro might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won five contests by six runs or more this season.
Ayla Smith was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (she also didn't allow any walks). Smith has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up a single walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. Smith was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, two doubles, and a run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ciara Fulmer, who scored four runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Sarah Cook was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
On Massac County's side, Riley Baumgaurt was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with a home run and three RBI.
The win (which was Murphysboro's fourth in a row) raised their record to 9-3. Those good results were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.5 runs per game. As for Massac County, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Murphysboro will head out on the road to face off against Herrin at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Murphysboro's pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Herrin's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Massac County, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Harrisburg at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Massac County is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.4 runs per game this season.
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