After only one run in their last contest, Melbourne made sure to put some runs up on the board against Valley Springs on Tuesday. The Bearkatz's pitcher stepped up to hand the Tigers a 12-0 shutout. The Bearkatz haven't had any issues with the Tigers recently, as the game was their eighth consecutive victory against them.
Haley Hogan
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Melbourne let Aubrey Warner and Haley Hogan run wild. Warner got on base in two of her three plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base, while Hogan went a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most RBI Hogan has posted since back in March. Maggie Pierson was another key player, going a perfect 1-for-1 with two RBI and one run.
Melbourne hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least four batters in three consecutive games.
Melbourne's win bumped their record up to 11-5. As for Valley Springs, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-9 record this season.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Melbourne beat Valley Springs by a score of 8-1 later that day.
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