Mercy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. They lost 7-0 to the Mount de Sales Academy Sailors . The result was an unpleasant reminder to Mercy of the 9-5 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Wednesday.
For Mount de Sales Academy's part, Brooke Fuhr was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Fuhr was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Olivia Ross was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last four games she's played. Maya Schipske was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Mercy's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Mount de Sales Academy, the victory was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 13-9-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mercy will take on Catholic at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Mount de Sales Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Archbishop Spalding at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Mount de Sales Academy will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak alive.
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