After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Fort Wayne Northrop, Northridge was happy to have turned things around on Monday. They blew past the Concord Minutemen 12-3. With that win, Northridge brought their scoring average up to 6.3 runs per game.
Rachel Humbarger made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Humbarger has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Humbarger was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three runs, a triple, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Felice Blasko was a standout: she scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Angelina Barbaro was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
On Concord's side, Cassi Reames made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-2.
Northridge now has a winning record of 11-10. As for Concord, their loss dropped their record down to 7-12.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Northridge will face off against Wawasee at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Northridge is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.3 runs per game this season. As for Concord, they will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Elkhart at 5:30 p.m. The last three games Elkhart has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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