NP sweeps doubleheader

CLAYTON -- North Putnam swept a doubleheader from Cascade Tuesday night. The Cougars defeated the Cadets 5-3 in game one and 5-2 in the nightcap.

In game one, pitcher Taylor Judy was dominant for the Cougars, striking out 14 batters in a complete game. She allow three runs on four hits and two walks.

For the offense, Ashley Doyle led the way, with three hits, a double, a triple and an RBI. Logan Doyle had two hits, a double and an RBI. Judy had two hits with a double. Ashley Curry had a double and an RBI. Dakota Malayer also drove in a run.

In game two, Judy went six innings, allowing two runs on six hits and no walks. She struck out 10.

Elsiana Crosby had two hits with a double. Carlye McGaughey had a pair of RBIs.

"In both games, North Putnam had good defense to back up Taylor's pitching," Cougar coach Jim Brothers said.

At Cascade

Game 1

Judy and Malayer; Hueston and Cooper.

WP -- Judy.

LP -- Hueston.

2B -- A. Doyle, L. Doyle, Judy, Curry (NP).

3B -- A. Doyle (NP).

Game 2

Judy, L. Green (7) and Malayer; Sallee and Cooper.

WP -- Judy.

LP -- Sallee.

2B -- E. Crosby.

Next game -- North Putnam (8-6, 6-4 WCC) hosted Tri-West on Wednesday. They return to the field at 10 a.m. Saturday when they host Turkey Run in a doubleheader.