Paulding extended their losing streak to five on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 7-9 in the process. They fell 6-3 to the Edgerton Bulldogs. That's two games in a row now that the Panthers have lost by exactly three runs.
Tia Mendez spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and four unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up 12 Ks.
At the plate, Mariah Klopfenstein was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two runs and one RBI. Civil Pumphrey was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one double and one RBI.
As for Edgerton, they are on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-3 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.8 runs over those games.
On Edgerton's side, Corinne Cape made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She pitched seven innings while giving up three earned runs off nine hits. Cape has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and one double. That home run was her first of the season.
In other batting news, Casey Everetts was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. Morgan Cape also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Paulding will venture away from home to challenge Van Wert at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Edgerton, they will face off against Holgate at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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