After losing to North Newton the last time they met, Knox decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Knox Redskins walked away with a 6-1 victory over the North Newton Spartans on Saturday.
Cheryl Barnes was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out nine over seven innings pitched. Barnes has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Barnes was also big at the plate, going 4-for-4 with four RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Elise Wolff was incredible, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Kiana Doolittle, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.
Knox's win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 6-6. As for North Newton, their loss dropped their record down to 5-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Knox will play host again on Tuesday to welcome North Judson-San Pierre, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. As for North Newton, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Benton Central at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. North Newton is facing Benton Central at the right time seeing as Benton Central is stuck on a nine-game losing streak.
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