Cabrini couldn't beat Cranbrook Kingswood on Saturday even though they stacked four runs on them in the fifth inning. The Monarchs fell 8-5 to the Cranes. The Monarchs were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Cranes earlier this season, when they won 19-3.
Catherine Schumm was huge no matter where she played even without the win. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 14 batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and four unearned) runs off seven hits. Schumm was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Addison Liposky made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with one home run and one triple. That home run was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Jodi Browning, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one double.
Cabrini has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-9 record this season. As for Cranbrook Kingswood, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 5-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cabrini will face off against Western International at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Cranbrook Kingswood, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Lutheran Northwest at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Cranes' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Crusaders have averaged an impressive 11.6 runs per game this season.
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