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Sis Bates Falls Short in AUSL Championship Bid
25 Jul
Summary
- Sis Bates' team lost a close playoff game 6-5 in 11 innings.
- She posted a .262 batting average and .962 fielding percentage.
- The team finished third in the league in their inaugural season.
The Portland Cascade's first season in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League concluded with a narrow 6-5, 11-inning defeat in the playoffs. Shortstop Sis Bates, a key acquisition, helped lead the new franchise to a postseason appearance.
Bates, a former standout for the Washington Huskies, had a strong individual campaign. She achieved a .262 batting average and a .721 OPS, contributing 11 hits and scoring 13 runs. Defensively, Bates demonstrated her renowned skill with a .962 fielding percentage.
The Cascade finished their inaugural season with a 14-11 record, securing third place among the league's six teams. Despite their competitive debut, the team's championship aspirations were ended by the Chicago Bandits in a dramatic extra-inning playoff game.
