New Washington had lost seven straight on the road, but on Saturday they dropped their record down to 2-11 to make it eight. They came up short against the Southwestern Rebels, falling 17-7. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Rebels this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-0 back in April.
As for Southwestern, with the win, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 9-10. Considering they have won six contests by more than nine runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
For Southwestern's part, Chloey Leach made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up six earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. That's the most strikeouts Leach has posted since back in April. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with two runs and two RBI.
In other batting news, Jenna Owens was incredible, going 3-for-4 with five RBI, two doubles, and one triple. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Rorie Scroggins, who went 4-for-5 with three RBI, one run, and one double.
Coincidentally, New Washington and Southwestern will both be playing Providence the next time they take the field. The Rebels will host the Pioneers at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, while the Mustangs will head out to face them at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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