Pius XI Catholic extended their losing streak to five on Monday, dropping their season record down to 1-9 in the process. They came up short against the Greendale Panthers, falling 20-10. Popes fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team's lost against the Panthers since on Monday.
As for Greendale, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-3 record this season. Considering they have won four matches by more than nine runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
For Greendale's part, Macey St. Lawrence was a standout: she went 4-for-5 with four runs, two stolen bases, and four RBI. Those four hits gave St. Lawrence a new career-high. Giselle Paszkiewicz was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pius XI Catholic will head out to square off against New Berlin Eisenhower at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Lions will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Popes surely won't give up without a fight. As for Greendale, they will head out on the road to challenge New Berlin West at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Vikings have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.36 runs per game on average), something the Panthers will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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