After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, East Palestine brought some dynamite into their most recent matchup. They were the clear victor by a 16-7 margin over the East Liverpool Potters on Tuesday. Considering East Palestine's hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Gabby Andre made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Andre was even better at the plate, scoring two runs while getting on base in four of her six plate appearances.
In other batting news, East Palestine let Leila Martin and Taylor Foster loose on the outfield. Martin scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all six of her plate appearances, while Foster scored a run while going 3-for-6. Another player making a difference was Graycee Ford, who scored a run while going 3-for-5.
East Palestine's victory bumped their record up to 6-8. As for East Liverpool, they are on a seven-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-15-1.
East Palestine will be playing at home against Southern at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. East Palestine is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.5 runs per game this season. As for East Liverpool, they will head out on the road to square off against Chaney at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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