Palm Harbor University and Steinbrenner squared off in some playoff action on Wednesday, but Palm Harbor University had to settle for second. They fell just short of the Steinbrenner Warriors by a score of 3-2. Palm Harbor University's loss signaled the end of their four-game winning streak.
For Steinbrenner's part, LILLY PATTON spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on seven hits. PATTON has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 14 consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, LILY HOLTJE was excellent, going 1-for-2 with a home run and two RBI.
Palm Harbor University's defeat dropped their record down to 18-6. As for Steinbrenner, they pushed their record up to 19-8 with that victory, which was their fifth straight at home.
Palm Harbor University will head out on the road to face off against Newsome at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Palm Harbor University's pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so Newsome's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Steinbrenner, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Sumner at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Sumner is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.7 runs per game this season.
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