Gurdon scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 19-1 margin over the Fordyce Redbugs. The victory was some much needed relief for Gurdon as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
The team relied heavily on Mikaela Bradshaw, who scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Gabbi Gibson was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Gurdon's win ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-5. As for Fordyce, their loss was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-7.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Gurdon will challenge Rison at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Rison is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 13.2 runs per game this season. As for Fordyce, they will head out on the road to square off against DeWitt at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. DeWitt's pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so Fordyce's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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