Softball Recap: Jersey Panthers vs. Mascoutah Indians
Jersey was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. They fell 19-16 to the Mascoutah Indians. Even if Jersey couldn't come away with the win, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
Emily Collins made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 4-for-6 with a home run, five RBI, and three runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Maleah Derrick, who scored two runs while getting on base in four of her six plate appearances.
Even though they lost, Jersey kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
On Mascoutah's side, the team relied heavily on Ellie Lowe, who fired off two home runs, five RBI, and three runs while going 3-for-7. Kamryn Reese was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs.
Jersey's defeat dropped their record down to 4-12. As for Mascoutah, they pushed their record up to 8-12 with that victory, which was their third straight on the road.
Jersey will take on Triad at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Mascoutah, they will be playing at home against Civic Memorial at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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