Newark was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat dating back to last season. They fell 9-6 to the Pickerington North Panthers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Wildcats of the 19-17 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2018.
Maygen Woody put in work no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched seven innings while giving up just two earned (and seven unearned) runs off seven hits. Woody was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one double.
In other batting news, Calyn Music was cooking despite her team's loss, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with one home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Tyana Spears, who scored a run while going 1-for-4.
Newark's record is now 0-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought as Newark Wildcats face off against Lincoln Lions at 5:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Pickerington North, they will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Lancaster at 5:15 p.m. on Monday.
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