The WBSC U-18 World Cup action in Group C rolleld on Friday as Team USA captured another pair of wins.

The following release was issued by USA Softball to recap the doubleheader for the USA Team as the Red, White & Blue defeated

Line Drive is reporting on the event through its conclusion on Monday (Labor Day)…

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DALLAS, Texas (August 30, 2024) — The U.S. U-18 Women’s National Team (WNT) came out firing on Day 2 of the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) U-18 World Cup Group C Stage Event, outscoring their opponents 19-1 with a pair of run-rule victories over Australia (10-0 in four innings) and Canada (9-1 in six innings).

The U.S. offense exploded in the two wins with a combined 26 hits with Townsen Thomas and McLaine Hudson each tabbing five hits on the day, while Payton Westra followed close behind with four.

Also highlighting the U.S. offense was home runs off the bats of Ella McDowell (vs Australia) and Sophia Mujica (vs Canada).

Shining in the circle for Team USA was Lexie Hames who fanned eight batters via strikeout through four innings in the shutout victory over Australia before Cameryn Harrison took control in Game 2 tossing six innings for a run-rule victory.

The pitching staff combined for 10 strikeouts on the day while allowing only one earned run through 10 innings.

Team USA returns to action Saturday at 6:30 p.m. CT against Mexico followed by a matchup against the Philippines on Sunday (Sept. 1 at 6:30 p.m. CT) to close out the opening round.

The playoff round is slated for Monday, Sept. 2.

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Here is a video clip covering the Eagles win over Australia:

Here is a highlight package of USA’s win over Canada:

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Boxscore: USA 10, Australia 0

Boxscore: USA 9, Canada 1

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The WBSC U-18 Women’s World Cup Group C Standings after Day 2:

📊 Check out the WBSC U-18 Women's Softball World Cup Group C Standings after Day 2. #SoftballWorldCupWU18 pic.twitter.com/oICMUp2Fx9

— WBSC ⚾🥎 (@WBSC) August 31, 2024

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Here’s the schedule for Team USA through the Labor Day:

Click HERE to see how to watch the games live…

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2024 U-18 Women’s National Team

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