After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Dansville, Waverly was happy to have turned things around on Thursday. They were the clear victors by a 9-3 margin over the Ionia Bulldogs. Considering the Warriors have won five matchups by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Nevaeh Larner made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out ten over seven innings pitched. Larner was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI and two doubles. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in March.
Daniela Anzaldua
| 05/08/25 vs Ionia | 3 |
| 04/29/25 @ Dansville | 1 |
| 04/29/25 @ Dansville | 1 |
| 04/28/25 vs Fowlerville | 1 |
| 04/25/25 @ Harper Creek | 1 |
| + 5 more games |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Daniela Anzaldua, who went 2-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and one RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April. McKenna Bensinger was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Waverly kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Waverly has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-5 record this season. As for Ionia, their loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 2-7.
Looking ahead, Waverly will be playing in front of their home fans against Lakewood at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Ionia, they will head out to challenge Okemos at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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