Auburn had lost 11 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 1-9 to make it 12. They came up short against the Auburn Riverside Ravens, falling 14-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Ravens this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 18-0 back in March.
As for Auburn Riverside, their victory bumped their record up to 9-5. Considering they have won seven matchups by more than five runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
For Auburn Riverside's part, Makenna Vircks looked comfortable as she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.
At the plate, Auburn Riverside got a massive performance out of Sloan Cross, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most runs Cross has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Mayah Cabatan-Flowers, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Auburn will host Mt. Rainier at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Trojans are facing the Rams at the right time seeing as the Rams are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Auburn Riverside, they will welcome Kennedy Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Ravens' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lancers have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season.
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