Dalton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took an 18-15 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Riverdale Country Falcons. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Dalton of the 27-19 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on Friday.
For Riverdale Country's part, Emily Van was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and 14 unearned) runs off 13 hits. Van has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Van was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and a triple.
In other batting news, Sammi Clyman was a standout: she scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. Another player making a difference was Sage Lappas, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3.
Dalton's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Riverdale Country, their win ended a ten-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Dalton will take on Portledge at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Riverdale Country, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Trinity at 4:00 p.m. Riverdale Country is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season.
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