Richfield and Delta are an even 5-5 against one another since April of 2019, but likely not for long. The Richfield Wildcats will head out on the road to take on the Delta Rabbits at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Richfield is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.3 runs per game this season.
Richfield took a loss when they played away from home on Tuesday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Wednesday. They were the clear victor by a 14-4 margin over North Sevier. The win was a breath of fresh air for Richfield as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Kolbi Viers tossed a big game, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Macie Barton was incredible, firing off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 3-for-3. Sydnei Christensen was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI.
Meanwhile, Delta fell victim to Juab and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They suffered a tough 15-0 loss at the hands of the Wasps. Delta's defeat continues an unfortunate trend for the team, making it six in a row.
Richfield's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 5-14. As for Delta, their loss dropped their record down to 2-16.
Richfield took their win against Delta in their previous meeting on April 2nd by a conclusive 12-3. The rematch might be a little tougher for Richfield since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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