Detroit Lakes extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 2-6 in the process. They lost 17-1 to the Sartell-St. Stephen Sabres. The Lakers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Sabres apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2019.
As for Sartell-St. Stephen, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 5-1. That looming 17-1 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Sartell-St. Stephen's part, Marni Koosmann was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Koosmann has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run. That stolen base was her first of the season.
In other batting news, Sartell-St. Stephen got a massive performance out of Mia Johnson, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. Maddy Smith was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Detroit Lakes will take on Perham at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. This will be the Lakers' first chance to prove their worth in the conference. As for Sartell-St. Stephen, they will square off against Bemidji at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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