Sadly, Hopewell is still looking for their first win of the season after four matchups. They fell just short of the Ellwood City Wolverine by a score of 7-6 on Friday. One positive for Hopewell, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
For Ellwood City's part, Amber McQuistion spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and two unearned) runs on six hits. McQuistion has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in seven consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Rylee Prestopine, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Ellie Kalantzis, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.
Hopewell's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Ellwood City, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 10-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hopewell will face off against Beaver Falls at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. Hopewell is facing Beaver Falls at the right time seeing as Beaver Falls is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Ellwood City, they will head out on the road to take on Mohawk Area at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. Mohawk Area is on a three-game streak of home wins, Ellwood City a four-game streak of away wins -- so someone will have to leave a streak behind on the field.
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