The Chillicothe Lady Hornets began Midland Empire Conference play Thursday with a 6-0 victory over Excelsior Springs.
Landry Marsh turned in another outstanding performance, earning the win in the circle while striking out 17 batters in seven innings and allowing just one hit. The victory also marked a milestone for Marsh, who recorded her 500th career strikeout.
Chillicothe took control early, scoring twice in each of the first two innings. The Lady Hornets added a run in the fifth and another in the sixth to complete the shutout.
Hope Donoho and Ellie Acree each hit home runs for Chillicothe. Acree and Ashlynn Daugherty finished with two RBIs, while Donoho scored twice and drove in a run. Marsh went 1-for-2 at the plate and scored twice.
Chillicothe improved to 1-0 in the MEC with the victory and 9-1 overall. The Lady Hornets will host the Chillicothe Tournament this Saturday.
