Montpelier couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took an 8-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Swanton Bulldogs on Monday. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Montpelier in their matchups with Swanton: they've now lost three in a row.
Montpelier saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kelsie Bumb, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3. Another player making a difference was Lyla Mahan, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
On Swanton's side, Kyleigh Shinaver was excellent, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Montpelier will face off against Edon at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Swanton, they will head out on the road to challenge Northwood at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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