Softball Recap: Montello Hilltoppers vs. Markesan Hornets
Sadly, Montello is still looking for their first win of the season after five matches. They suffered a rough 20-0 defeat at the hands of the Markesan Hornets on Thursday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Montello of the 2-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2023.
For Markesan's part, Kaylee Heberer made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Heberer was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Markesan let Ali Kirker and Karlie Olson loose on the outfield. Kirker went 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI, while Olson scored two runs and stole four bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Lauren Moldenhauer, who went 1-for-1 with three RBI, a triple, and a run.
Montello's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Markesan, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Montello will be staying on the road on Friday to face off against Oakfield at 5:00 p.m. Oakfield will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Montello surely won't give up without a fight. As for Markesan, they will head out on the road to take on Pardeeville at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Markesan's pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so Pardeeville's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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