Western Kentucky offense takes flight

Western Kentucky took an early lead with four runs in the third inning and put the game away with a six-run burst in the sixth inning to keep the Hilltoppers in the mix for the Region 5 title with a 12-3 victory.
 
Jordan Mauch had a home run and drove in three runs, while both Brittany Vaughn and Rebekah Engelhardt had three hits for Western Kentucky.
 
Perry Hindi had two home runs and three RBI for Alabama State, which gave up 14 hits.
 
Western Kentucky will take on Georgia State on Thursday, with the winner facing undefeated Kennesaw State for a chance at the Region 5 championship.