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| 05/01/25 - Home | 7-0 W |
| 04/25/24 - Away | 15-5 W |
| 04/27/23 - Home | 1-7 L |
| 04/28/22 - Away | 5-12 L |
| 05/10/21 - Home | 1-10 L |
| + 5 more games |
Southridge hadn't done well against Pike Central recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Raiders were the clear victors by a 7-0 margin over the Chargers. Considering the Raiders have won three contests by more than six runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Millie Hunter was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ella Wilkey, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two doubles. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Camryn Nalley, who went 1-for-4 with three runs and two RBI.
The victory got Southridge back to even at 5-5. As for Pike Central, they dropped their record down to 1-7 with the loss, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Southridge will face off against Heritage Hills at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The last three games the Patriots have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Pike Central, they will square off against Vincennes Lincoln at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Chargers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Alices have averaged an impressive 7.1 runs per game this season.
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