Phoenix extended their losing streak to four on Saturday, dropping them down to 1-4. They came up short against the Maurepas Wolves, falling 19-0. The matchup marked the first time this year in which the Spartans were not able to get on the board.
As for Maurepas, they pushed their record up to 8-7 with the victory, which was their fifth straight on the road. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five games by seven runs or more this season.
For Maurepas' part, Sidney Lauzervich was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Lauzervich was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with three runs, one double, and one RBI. Those three runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Layla Robinson was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted over her last eight contests. Another player making a difference was Gabby Bell, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Phoenix will welcome Riverdale at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Maurepas, they will be playing at home against Dunham at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Tigers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.63 runs per game on average), something the Wolves will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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