Sparta extended their losing streak to five on Monday, dropping them down to 2-9. They came up short against the Billings Wildcats, falling 11-3. The Trojans were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Wildcats apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
As for Billings, the win got them back to even at 2-2. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
For Billings' part, Addy Maxwell was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits (and not a single walk). Maxwell was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Kyla Essick and Isabelle Laster did most of the damage at the plate: Essick went 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while Laster went 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Atley Harter also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Sparta will challenge Strafford at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Billings, they will face off against Crane at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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