The University of Windsor Lancers swept the Western Mustangs on Tuesday at Turner Park, taking the opening game 3-1 before completing the doubleheader with a 4-2 victory.
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In game one, the Lancers used a three-run third inning to take control, with
Grace Shackleton doubling and
Chloe Jones singling to drive in runs.
Jayde Melhuish-McGahan was strong in the circle, earning the win after allowing five hits and one run over seven innings while striking out three and walking none. Shackleton, Jones and Melhuish-McGahan each collected two hits, with Jones driving in two runs.
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The Lancers battled back from a 2-1 deficit in game two, scoring twice in the seventh inning to secure the 4-2 win.
Emma Hanley opened the scoring with an RBI double in the fourth before Western took the lead, but
Sienna Gale tied the game in the sixth and then delivered an RBI single in the seventh to help seal the victory.
Grace Shackleton started in the circle and allowed just three hits and two unearned runs over 5 1/3 innings, while
Chloe Jones closed out the game to earn the win. Gale led the Lancers with two RBIs and two hits, while the team also showed patience at the plate, drawing five walks.
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UP NEXT
The Lancers now head to Ottawa for the OUS championships. Game one is set for 9:00am on Saturday, October 17th against the Toronto Varsity Blues. Stay tuned to @windsorlancers on our social channels for updates throughout the tournament.
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