Kalkaska was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell 8-4 to the Elk Rapids Elks. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Kalkaska of the 11-6 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2022.
For Elk Rapids' part, Rhielynn Skrocki was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed six innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits. Skrocki has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Skrocki was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Haleigh Yocom was incredible, going 1-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Brooke Fluty was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
Kalkaska's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Elk Rapids, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 7-0.
The teams wasted no time getting back out on the field as they've already faced off again: they played to an 10-10 tie later that day.
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