Kalama scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Wahkiakum Mules a 21-0 shutout. The result was nothing new for Kalama, who have now won five matches by ten runs or more so far this season.
Delaney Rinard made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Rinard was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with four RBI and two doubles.
In other batting news, Tabitha Gish was a standout: she scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Brookelyn Waddle was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 2-for-3.
The victory got Kalama back to even at 7-7. As for Wahkiakum, their loss was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-7-1.
Kalama will take on Rainier at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Kalama is facing Rainier at the right time seeing as Rainier is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Wahkiakum, they will head out on the road to take on Winlock at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday. The last three games Winlock has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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