Slippery Rock scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Saturday. They were the clear victor by an 11-5 margin over the Franklin Knights. With that win, Slippery Rock brought their scoring average up to 6.3 runs per game.
Mia Sosa was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched seven innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off ten hits. Sosa has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than seven innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Sosa was even better at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Lyla Runtas, who scored three runs while going 4-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Savannah Smith, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
On Franklin's side, Rilee Hanna made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 3-for-4. Kirsten Hicks was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
Slippery Rock's victory bumped their record up to 2-5. As for Franklin, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-4 record this season.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Oil City the next time they take the field. Franklin will head out to face Oil City at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, while Slippery Rock will host them at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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