Softball Recap: Mendon Unity Mustangs vs. Beardstown Tigers
Mendon Unity was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell 8-3 to the Beardstown Tigers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Mendon Unity of the 14-13 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2023.
For Beardstown's part, Shelby Goodrich made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Goodrich has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive pitching appearances. Goodrich was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kylynn Maltby, who went 2-for-3 with a triple, a stolen base, and a run. Cami Coats was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base.
Mendon Unity's loss dropped their record down to 2-15. As for Beardstown, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-19.
Mendon Unity has the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Pleasant Hill at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Beardstown, they will head out on the road to take on Routt Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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