On Saturday, Skyview faced Russell in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The Skyview Falcons lost 16-6 to the Russell Rustlers. Skyview's defeat continues a trend for the team, making it four in a row.
Lexi Johnston made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with three RBI and a double.
On Russell's side, Hailey Marr was incredible, firing off two home runs, five RBI, and three runs while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Kieva Mapes, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.
Skyview's loss dropped their record down to 7-10. As for Russell, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 9-10 record this season.
Skyview will head out on the road to face off against Great Falls at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Skyview is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.4 runs per game this season. As for Russell, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Billings West at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Billings West will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something Russell surely won't give up without a fight.
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