Ashford's game on Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They came out on top against the Dale County Warriors by a score of 6-2. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 7-6 back in March.
Olivia Dodson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Briana Smith, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.
Ashford was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .379. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Dale County only posted a batting average of .200.
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| 04/16/26 - Home | 6-2 W |
| 03/19/26 - Away | 7-6 W |
| 04/29/25 - Home | 0-4 L |
| 04/29/25 - Away | 10-4 W |
| 04/14/25 - Away | 5-7 L |
| + 5 more games |
Ashford now has a winning record of 10-9. As for Dale County, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 14-14 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Ashford will challenge Long at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Yellowjackets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Rebels have averaged an impressive 7.6 runs per game this season. As for Dale County, they will take on Cottonwood at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Warriors' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Bears have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season.
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