MMI Preparatory School extended their losing streak to nine on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-9 in the process. They came up short against the Holy Redeemer Royals, falling 16-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against Holy Redeemer this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 21-0 on Monday.
As for Holy Redeemer, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 10-4. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.3 runs on average over those games.
For Holy Redeemer's part, Anne Carter was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Carter has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Holy Redeemer got a massive performance out of Zoe Pecuch, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Katie Genovese, who went 2-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. MMI Preparatory School will take on Berwick at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Holy Redeemer, they will square off against Greater Nanticoke Area at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday. The Royals are facing the Trojans at the right time seeing as the Trojans are stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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