Sofbol Indonesia vs Hongkong 13-0 Asian Games 2018

Summary

In this high-energy softball game, Indonesia takes a commanding lead with five runs in the third inning. Key moments include Sofia's clutch hits, bringing in multiple RBIs, and a dramatic play at home plate as the Indonesian runner is tagged out from left field. Despite a few mistakes in baserunning and defensive lapses, Indonesia capitalizes on errors to extend their advantage. With only one out, the bases are loaded, and the tension builds. The game is moving toward a potential mercy rule after four innings, reflecting Indonesia's dominant performance.

Takeaways

• 😀 A sharply hit ball was mishandled by Chen, leading to a play that could not be made, allowing the runner to reach base.
• 😀 Almudena was hit by a pitch on her leg and reached first base. Both runners advanced, leaving the bases loaded with only one out.
• 😀 Sofia, who had a strong game so far, singled and scored in the first inning and reached on an error in the second.
• 😀 Sofia later scored two more runs, and with three RBIs, she helped extend Indonesia’s lead, making it 10-0.
• 😀 The Indonesian team has a chance to invoke the mercy rule after four innings, as they lead significantly in the game.
• 😀 A pitching mishap allowed another wild pitch, advancing the runners once again for Indonesia.
• 😀 Some miscommunication on base running led to a potential out, as Ramadean was not alert on the play.
• 😀 A pinch-hitter, Deanna Agustina, replaced Daley temporarily and tried to bunt but struck out on the first pitch.
• 😀 Another wild pitch occurred, advancing the runners further. Long struggled to handle the pitch, failing to get down and block it.
• 😀 A dramatic moment occurred when Rockman was caught stealing at third base by Shanghai K in left field, but only one run was added.

Q & A

What happened in the first part of the inning described in the script?

In the first part of the inning, a sharply hit ball was stopped by the glove but could not be caught, leading to an error. The runner advanced, and Almudena was hit by a pitch, reaching first base. This loaded the bases with only one out.

How did Sofia perform in the game described?

Sofia had a strong performance, singling and scoring in the first inning, reaching base on an error in the second, and scoring again. She later hit an RBI single, bringing in two more runs and contributing to her total of three RBIs in the game.

What was significant about the meeting between Sofia and her coach?

Sofia had a tactical conference with her coach, Tomo, at third base. The coach imparted wisdom to her before she returned to the plate, where she hit an RBI single.

What was the outcome of the pitch Sofia faced after the conference?

Sofia faced a 1-2 pitch after the conference, which was low and away for a ball, evening the count at 2-2. She then lined the next pitch, bringing in two more runs.

How many RBIs did Sofia accumulate in the game?

Sofia accumulated a total of three RBIs in the game, with her second RBI coming from a single that brought in two runs.

What happened to the runners on base during the inning?

The runners on base advanced after a wild pitch. Sofia was at third base, and Rock Imani was at second base. They were positioned to score after a series of plays.

Who replaced Daley in the lineup and what was the result of her at-bat?

Deanna Agustina replaced Daley as a pinch-hitter. She squared to bunt but took a strike. A wild pitch then advanced the runners, but Agustina ultimately faced a 2-1 count.

What dramatic play occurred involving Rock Imani?

Rock Imani was caught stealing when Shanghai K from left field threw her out at third base. This dramatic play ended the potential for further runs in that inning.

What was the score after the third inning?

After the third inning, Indonesia was leading 10-0, having added five more runs during the inning.

How did the game proceed in terms of the mercy rule?

The game was moving toward a potential mercy rule after four innings, as Indonesia had built a significant lead, though the script does not specify if the mercy rule was officially invoked.