Norwell fought the good fight in their extra-innings game against DeKalb on Monday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Barons by a score of 7-6. The Knights were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Barons apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Kayla Watkins spent all 7.2 innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and five unearned) runs on seven hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 11 consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Reese Frauhiger was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-5 with one run, one double, and one RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Leah Werling, who went 1-for-2 with three RBI.
Norwell's defeat dropped their record down to 11-7. As for DeKalb, the victory got them back to even at 10-10.
Looking ahead, Norwell will challenge Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Saints will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Knights surely won't give up without a fight. As for DeKalb, they will face off against Bellmont at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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