Meridian had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Borah Lions 12-4. Meridian might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won four games by seven runs or more this season.
Mariah Dresie made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Dresie was even better at the plate, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Maddie Clark was a standout: she fired off two home runs, four runs, and three RBI while going 3-for-4. She is trending in the right direction, as she's improved her point production for three straight games. Athena Little was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs.
On Borah's side, Maggie McMullen was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Meridian's victory bumped their record up to 5-6. As for Borah, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-4.
Meridian will be playing at home against Owyhee at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Owyhee knows how to get runs on the board -- the squad has finished with flashy run totals in its past nine matchups -- so hopefully Meridian likes a good challenge. As for Borah, they will be playing at home against Middleton at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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