Goodland's game last Monday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They never let the Lakin Broncs onto the board and left with an 8-0 win. That's more bragging rights for Goodland, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Allison Cure made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out ten over seven innings pitched. Cure has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in eight consecutive pitching appearances. Cure was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-4.
Cure wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Natalie Cure, who scored two runs and stole three bases while going 2-for-3.
Goodland's victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 6-8. As for Lakin, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Goodland will square off against Scott at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Lakin, they will head out on the road to face off against Hugoton at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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