Millis extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Wednesday, dropping them down to 0-4. They lost 10-2 to the Dedham Marauders. On the bright side, the two- run effort marked the Mohawks' highest-scoring game to date.
Millis saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Alicia Ellis, who went 1-for-3 with one run. That run marked the first that Ellis has scored this season.
As for Dedham, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a massive bump to their 3-3 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.0 runs over those games.
On Dedham's side, Julia Walsh made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over 6.2 innings pitched. Walsh has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Liana Florio was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Joslyn Roberts, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Millis will challenge Cohasset at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Dedham, they will square off against Medfield at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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