Softball Recap: McBain Takes a Loss

McBain had lost seven straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 4-7 to make it eight. They came up short against the Beal City Aggies, falling 18-0. The shutout was out of character for the Ramblers seeing as the last time the team failed to score was back in April.

As for Beal City, they are on a roll lately: they've won 11 of their last 12 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 23-3 record this season. Considering they have won 13 games by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.

For Beal City's part, Emma Block made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Block has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one home run and four RBI. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high.

In other batting news, Macy Johnston was a standout: she fired off two home runs, two stolen bases, and five RBI while going 2-for-2. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Madason Fisher, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and four RBI.

While McBain had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.