While Kenton couldn't quite beat Marion Harding on Thursday, the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 30-point loss they were dealt last Wednesday. The Kenton Wildcats fell just short of the Marion Harding Presidents by a score of 6-4. Kenton was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Marion Harding apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
For Marion Harding's part, Janaiye Braddy made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up four earned runs off five hits. Braddy was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with a stolen base and an RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kameron Biederman, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and a double. Another player making a difference was Raina Smith, who went 2-for-3 with a triple, a run, and a double.
Kenton now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Marion Harding, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Kenton will take on Van Wert at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Marion Harding, they will be playing at home against Fredericktown at 5:15 p.m. on Monday.
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