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| 04/29/25 - Home | 15-4 W |
| 04/23/25 - Away | 19-1 W |
| 05/07/24 - Home | 14-5 W |
| 04/16/24 - Away | 14-1 W |
| 04/24/23 - Away | 6-5 W |
| + 5 more games |
Franklin-Simpson had to skate by with only a two-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 11-run drubbing they dealt Todd County Central on Tuesday. The Wildcats blew past the Rebels 15-4. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 19-1 last Wednesday.
Hester Blanckenberg looked comfortable as she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Franklin-Simpson got a massive performance out of Ava Holland, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. That's the most hits Holland has posted over her last eight matches. The team also got some help courtesy of Jasmine Grover, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Franklin-Simpson kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 19 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Franklin-Simpson's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 12-13-1. The home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.7 runs over those games. As for Todd County Central, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-9 record this season.
Franklin-Simpson will venture away from home to face off against Edmonson County at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Todd County Central, they will welcome Caldwell County at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Tigers' pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so the Rebels' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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