Oblong extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 7-9 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Altamont Indians. Having soared to a lofty ten runs in the game before, the Panthers couldn't push the score so high this time.
Brylee Murray made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with one home run and two RBI.
As for Altamont, they pushed their record up to 18-9 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 0.8 runs on average over those games.
On Altamont's side, Grace Lemke spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on one hit and racked up 19 Ks. Lemke has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts any time she's pitched this season.
Looking ahead, Oblong will be taking part in a tournament against Hutsonville/Palestine at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Altamont, they will square off against Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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