The Elk Mound Mounders are taking a road trip to take on the Bloomer Blackhawks at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Elk Mound has given up an average of 10.4 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Elk Mound came into their game on Friday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They lost 11-0 to Arcadia. Having soared to a lofty 13 runs in the game before, the Mounders' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Bloomer came out on top against Durand-Arkansaw on Monday thanks in part to the team's impressive four-run second inning. The Blackhawks blew past the Panthers 8-1. The Blackhawks might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won ten games by seven runs or more this season.
Addy Zwiefwlhofer spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on three hits and racked up 14 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Avery Sieg was incredible, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one home run and one stolen base. Lily Pahulu was another key player, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Bloomer's victory bumped their record up to 11-4. As for Elk Mound, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-7 record this season.
Elk Mound got the 'W' when the teams last played back in April of 2025 against Bloomer by a conclusive 15-5 score. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Mounders since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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