After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Itasca brought some dynamite into their most recent matchup. They never let Gholson get on the board and left with a 17-0 win on Friday. The victory was some much needed relief for the Wampus Cats as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Rylee Markwardt made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Markwardt was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing Two bases. while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Emma Malke was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Abigail Gurrusquieta, who scored three runs while going 2-for-2.
Itasca always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .808. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Itasca's win bumped their record up to 2-5. As for Gholson, they are on a ten-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Looking ahead, Itasca will square off against Dawson at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Gholson does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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