Union City was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They fell 8-5 to the Bluffton Tigers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Union City of the 14-12 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
Oaklee Reichard made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Abby Zigler, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
On Bluffton's side, Madyson Sonnigsen was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off ten hits. Sonnigsen has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in six consecutive pitching appearances. Sonnigsen was also big at the plate, scoring a run while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Isabella Stout, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with a home run, two stolen bases, and two runs. Marly Drayer was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
Union City's defeat dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Bluffton, their record is now 4-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Union City will challenge Muncie Central at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Union City is facing Muncie Central at the right time seeing as Muncie Central is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Bluffton, they will head out on the road to square off against Southern Wells at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Bluffton is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
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