...they are struggling offensively. Thank goodness the USA pitchers (Monica Abbott and Cat Osterman have been lights out. The last win over Australia was 2-1 in 8 innings. Aust took the lead in the 8th but USA fortunately scored 2 runs in the bottom half to eek out another win. I believe the USA has not hit a single HR yet in the tournament. Can't believe we barely beat out teams from Italy and Mexico though I believe many had players that played college ball in the USA. Are the other teams catching up with the USA like in basketball? It will be a struggle when we play Japan.