Irmo had lost five straight at home, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 2-12 to make it six. They came up short against the White Knoll Timberwolves, falling 15-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Timberwolves this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-3 back in March.
As for White Knoll, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 11-7-1 record this season. Considering they have won seven contests by more than nine runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
For White Knoll's part, EG Birchmore was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched. Birchmore has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up a single earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Jaida Gay was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March. Reginae Porterfield was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Irmo will welcome Gilbert at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. As for White Knoll, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Mid-Carolina at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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