The Chicago Bandits (32-10) jumped on the Akron Racers (14-28) early on their way to an 8-5 win on Saturday at Firestone Stadium, scoring five runs in the first inning.

Kristen Butler boosted her batting average thanks to a perfect 3-3 day at the plate to pace the Chicago Bandits. She singled in the second and fourth innings.

Kaylyn Castillo got on base three times in the game for the Akron Racers. She scored one run and had one RBI. She singled in the second and sixth innings.

Michelle Gascoigne recorded her sixth win for the Chicago Bandits even though she allowed five runs over six innings. She struck out one, walked four and surrendered eight hits.

Erin Arevalo couldn't get it done on the rubber for the Akron Racers, taking a loss. She allowed six runs in 3 1/3 innings, walked four and struck out one.