Carroll proved they can win big last Saturday (they won by nine) but on Monday they proved they can win the close ones too. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Homestead Spartans and snuck past 6-4. That's more bragging rights for Carroll, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Taylor Danley spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on five hits and racked up nine Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in five consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Alex Hemsoth was excellent, going 1-for-2 with three RBI and a stolen base.
On Homestead's side, Isabelle Waldron was cooking despite her team's loss, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two RBI.
Carroll's win bumped their record up to 11-4. As for Homestead, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 7-12.
Carroll will head out on the road to square off against Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Carroll is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7 runs per game this season. As for Homestead, they are on the road again on Wednesday to play Adams Central at 5:30 p.m. Adams Central is coming into the game with five straight losses at home, meaning Homestead will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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