It took 12 innings to decide the winner of game one between
Augusta State and GSW Wednesday afternoon. In the end, the host
Jaguars prevailed 2-1. Game two of the Peach Belt Conference
matchup was shortened to five innings due to inclement weather.
That was good news for ASU, who had manufactured two runs in the
bottom half of the fifth to walk away with the 2-0 victory.
In game one, starting pitcher Brittany Milstid had one of her best
performances on the mound this season. The junior from Columbus,
GA, did just about all you could ask, going 11 innings while giving
up one unearned run. ASU put together enough offense in the 12th to
push across the deciding run and Amanda Howett (3-6) took the loss
for the Hurricanes.
In game two, the ‘Canes had the bases loaded with one out in
the top half of the fifth, but were unable to score a run. The two
runs from ASU in the bottom half of the inning proved to be enough
when inclement weather put an end to the contest. GSW starting
pitcher Tiffany Milstid (1-3) went all five innings in the
loss.
GSW Head Coach Eddie Ward was proud of his team's effort. Ward
stated, "Our pitching and defense were excellent. The girls played
extremely well." ASU improved to 23-7 overall while the Lady 'Canes
fell to 13-19 on the season. GSW is back in action this Saturday,
March 22 hosting Lander University. First pitch is set for 2pm.
Lady Canes Drop a Pair to Augusta State
Posted: Mar 20, 2008