Hardee was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-8 heartbreaker at the hands of the Manatee Hurricanes. The Wildcats were not able to make up for their defeat to the Hurricanes from their previous meeting back in April of 2025.
Dalilah Medrano spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and six unearned) runs on 11 hits and racked up eight Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Marti Edenfield was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one triple. That triple was her first of the season. Elida Ramirez was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two runs.
Hardee's record now sits at 2-7. As for Manatee, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hardee will venture away from home to face off against Sebring at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Blue Streaks have averaged an impressive 7.7 runs per game this season. As for Manatee, they will head out on the road to take on Riverview Sarasota at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Hurricanes' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Rams have averaged an impressive 6.4 runs per game this season.
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