A.J. Ellender extended their losing streak to eight on Thursday, dropping them down to 5-16. They came up short against the Assumption Mustangs, falling 16-1. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Patriots of the 16-4 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2024.
As for Assumption, with the victory, they broke their six-game losing streak and moved their record to 7-16. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Assumption's part, Isabella Domingue made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Domingue was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one run and one RBI.
In other batting news, Lilia Alleman was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Zoey Rozell was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three stolen bases, three RBI, and one run.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. A.J. Ellender will venture away from home to face off against Jeanerette at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Assumption, they will head out to challenge Berwick at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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