Minerva was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their ninth straight defeat. They lost 10-0 to the Carrollton Warriors. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Minerva of the 8-6 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Tuesday.
For Carrollton's part, Hunter Allison and Landon James did most of the damage at the plate: Allison went 3-for-3 with two triples, three runs, and four RBI, while James went 3-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Isiah McConnell, who went 1-for-2 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
Minerva's defeat dropped their record down to 2-15. As for Carrollton, their victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 12-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Minerva will take on Poland Seminary at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Poland Seminary's pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Minerva's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Carrollton, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against United at 5:00 p.m.
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