Southwestern unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of River Ridge/Scales Mound by a score of 4-3 on Tuesday. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it five in a row.
Hailey Brant spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned runs on six hits and racked up seven Ks.
At the plate, Lauren Koeller was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Laney Ehrlich, who went 2-for-3 with one triple and one run.
The victory got River Ridge/Scales Mound back to even at 2-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Southwestern will face off against East Dubuque at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for River Ridge/Scales Mound, a feisty cat fight will be fought as River Ridge/Scales Mound Wildcats take on Lena-Winslow Panthers at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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