Jersey can finally bid farewell to their nine-game losing streak thanks to their game on Friday. They put the hurt on the Marquette Catholic Explorers with a sharp 8-1 win. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Jersey also won the last time the pair played back in May of 2023.
Ashlyn Brown made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 14 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit (and only one walk). Brown has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 16 consecutive pitching appearances. Brown was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Chloe Beemer was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Anna Kribs, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
Jersey's victory ended a 13-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 5-13. As for Marquette Catholic, their loss was their fifth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 4-15.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Jersey will square off against Highland at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Jersey is facing Highland at the right time seeing as Highland is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Marquette Catholic, they will head out on the road to challenge Cahokia at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Marquette Catholic will also cruise into their next contest with the timing on their side: Cahokia will have lost 17 straight heading into Monday's matchup.
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