Southside had lost 11 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 1-12 to make it 12. They came up short against the Westside Rams, falling 18-0. Having soared to a lofty 20 runs in the game before, the Tigers' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
As for Westside, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-4 record this season. The result was nothing new for Westside, who have now won nine matchups by nine runs or more so far this season.
For Westside's part, Madison Gray and Jazelyn Robinson were major factors no matter where they played. Throwing, Gray pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Robinson pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances. At bat, Gray went 1-for-3 with two runs and one RBI, while Robinson earned two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Jad'E Pond was excellent, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, two RBI, and one double. Those two hits gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Amelia Wilson, who went 1-for-2 with two runs and two RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Southside will take on Laurens at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Westside, they will face off against Fountain Inn at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Rams' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Fury have averaged an impressive 9.1 runs per game this season.
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