St. Clairsville had lost 19 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 2-16 to make it 20. They lost 15-6 to the Madonna Blue Dons. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Blue Dons this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-3 last Tuesday.
As for Madonna, their victory bumped their record up to 16-2. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 12 contests by six runs or more this season.
For Madonna's part, Kendall Ryan was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off seven hits. Ryan has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
In other batting news, Chloe Orecchio was a standout: she got on base in three of her five plate appearances with five runs and two stolen bases. Madi Owens was another key player, going 2-for-5 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Coming up, St. Clairsville will face off against Barnesville at 6:45 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Madonna, they will be playing at home against Wellsville at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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