North Judson-San Pierre couldn't quite beat Pioneer on Thursday, but the two-run margin was a huge improvement compared to the ten-run defeat they were dealt last Wednesday. The North Judson-San Pierre Bluejays fell just short of the Pioneer Panthers by a score of 13-11. North Judson-San Pierre has struggled against Pioneer recently, as their match on Thursday was their ninth consecutive lost matchup.
Raegan Hensley made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5. Another player making a difference was Brandy Frederick, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
On Pioneer's side, Lois Layer spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and seven unearned) runs on 11 hits. Layer has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Emma Sells was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-3. 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. Casey Webb was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
North Judson-San Pierre's loss dropped their record down to 5-3. As for Pioneer, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 11-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. North Judson-San Pierre will face off against Winamac at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. North Judson-San Pierre is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 11 runs per game this season. As for Pioneer, they will head out on the road to take on Argos at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Pioneer is looking to tack on another W to their four-game streak on the road.
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