WC softball beats Cisco twice

Weatherford College softball's winning streak reached four games with two wins at Cisco College on Wednesday, 17-7 and 9-0. 

WC, ranked No. 17 in the nation, improved to 35-10 overall and 20-6 in conference play, one game behind second-place McLennan Community College. 

Averie Gunther had a strong game one at the plate, going 5-for-5 with two RBI and two runs scored. She also earned the win in the pitcher's circle, scattering eight hits over four and a third innings with six strikeouts and no walks. 

Charlie Horton had four RBI on a 2-for-4 performance with a home run and three runs scored. 

Amelia Hatthorn threw a shutout in game two, allowing just three hits, no runs and one walk over six innings with five strikeouts. 

Jacinta Fonoti went 3-for-4 with an RBI and a run. 

The Coyotes face Cisco again at Stuart Field on Saturday, April 22, in a noon doubleheader.