It was a good run, but Mathews unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Friday. They lost 13-3 to the Chardon Hilltoppers.
For Chardon's part, Jenna Hendricks spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on eight hits. Hendricks has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Grace Legan was incredible, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with four RBI, two runs, and a double. The team also got some help courtesy of Sierra Taylor, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Mathews' defeat ended a six-game streak of away wins and brought them to 19-7. As for Chardon, they pushed their record up to 19-8 with that win, which was their fourth straight at home.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mathews will take on Badger at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Badger is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.2 runs per game this season. As for Chardon, they will play host again on Monday to welcome GlenOak, where first pitch is scheduled at 6:30 p.m. Chardon is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.9 runs per game this season.
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