Belpre extended their losing streak to three on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 5-7 in the process. They came up short against the Frontier Cougars, falling 12-1. The Golden Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2022.
Makayla Carmichael
| 04/26/25 @ Frontier | 10 |
| 04/24/25 vs Eastern | 6 |
| 04/23/25 @ Warren | 12 |
| 04/22/25 @ Trimble | 9 |
| 04/12/25 vs Beallsville | 6 |
| + 6 more games |
Makayla Carmichael spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits and racked up ten Ks. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season.
At the plate, Belpre saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Avery Varner, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one run. Abby Sparks also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
As for Frontier, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 15-2. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight matches by six runs or more this season.
On Frontier's side, Kaycee Berentz made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out 13 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits (and only one walk). Berentz was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with seven RBI. Those seven RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Kenzie Livingston was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, four runs, and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Evelyn Armstrong, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with three stolen bases and one run.
Looking ahead, Belpre will challenge Federal Hocking at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Lancers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 19.6 runs per game on average), something the Golden Eagles will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Frontier, they are taking a road trip to square off against Beallsville at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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