It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Scotland/Menno had no problem doing just that on Wednesday. They were the clear victor by a 14-1 margin over Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy. The result was nothing new for Scotland/Menno, who have now won seven matches by six runs or more so far this season.
Olivia Binde made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched. Binde has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Binde was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Kylie Guthmiller was incredible, scoring two runs while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Grace Robb, who scored three runs while going 2-for-3.
Scotland/Menno pushed their record up to 12-4 with that victory, which was their fifth straight at home. As for Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven games, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-9 record this season.
As of now, neither Scotland/Menno nor Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy have any future games scheduled.
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