East had lost seven straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 0-6 to make it eight. They lost 21-0 to the Newton Falls Tigers. The game marked the first time this season in which East was not able to get on the board.
As for Newton Falls, the win snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 4-6-1 record. Their offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last three games.
For Newton Falls' part, Madalyn Knight was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, four RBI, and two doubles. What's more, Knight posted two hits, the most she's had since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Kirra Howard, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base.
While East had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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