Greenwood Christian Academy extended their losing streak to five on Monday, dropping their season record down to 6-11 in the process. They lost 16-4 to the Edinburgh Lancers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Cougars of the 16-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
Grace Kahle made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with two RBI and one run. Another player making a difference was Elle Schnake, who got on base in two of her three plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
As for Edinburgh, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight games. That's provided a massive bump to their 14-8 record this season. Considering they have won nine matches by more than five runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
On Edinburgh's side, Chole Hancock made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. Those 11 strikeouts gave Hancock a new career-high. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Kenna Streeval was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run, four runs, and three RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April. Halliey Kinser also deserves some recognition as she scored her first run of the season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Greenwood Christian Academy will venture away from home to face off against Perry Meridian at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Edinburgh, they will head out to square off against Southwestern at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Lancers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Rebels have averaged an impressive 7.9 runs per game this season.
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