Menominee extended their losing streak to nine on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 3-13 in the process. They came up short against the Marquette Sentinels, falling 15-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Sentinels this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-3 on Wednesday.
As for Marquette, their victory was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 17-12. The result was nothing new for the Sentinels, who have now won 13 contests by seven runs or more so far this season.
For Marquette's part, Charlye Swajanen was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Swajanen has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Layla Roman was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two RBI and one run. Another player making a difference was Halle Haynes, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs and one RBI.
Coincidentally, Menominee and Marquette will both be playing Kingsford the next time they take the field. The Sentinels will host the Flivvers at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, while the Maroons will host them at 3:30 p.m. on Monday.
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