Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask West Middlesex). They blew past the Farrell Steelers 19-0 on Wednesday. The Big Reds might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three matchups by 11 runs or more this season.
Harper Nickel and Malia Robich made a splash no matter where they played. On the mound, Nickel pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Robich tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Nickel has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. At the plate, Nickel went 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and two RBI, while Robich scored three runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Kaylee Long
| 04/09/25 @ Farrell | 5 |
| 05/13/24 vs Reynolds | 2 |
| 04/20/24 @ Lakeview | 2 |
| 03/18/25 vs Cochranton | 1 |
| 05/14/24 vs Farrell | 1 |
In other batting news, Kaylee Long was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Julia Thornton, who scored four runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
West Middlesex hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Farrell struck out eight times.
West Middlesex now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Farrell, they are on an eight-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. West Middlesex will face off against Sharpsville at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Big Reds' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Blue Devils have averaged an impressive 8.2 runs per game this season. As for Farrell, they will challenge Reynolds at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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