New Manchester had lost three straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped down to 1-3-1 to make it four. They came up short against the Rome Wolves, falling 12-4. The Jaguar were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Wolves apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Lenia Rouse made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one triple and one double. The team also got some help courtesy of Melia Dorsey, who went 1-for-2 with one home run.
As for Rome, their record is now 4-1. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous game.
On Rome's side, Madyson Thacker was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits (and only one walk). Thacker was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and one double. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season.
In other batting news, Dahlia Reyes was a standout: she went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. That hit was her first of the season. Moriah Gyden was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Coming up, New Manchester will be playing in front of their home fans against Sandy Creek at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Rome, they are taking a road trip to square off against Fannin County at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Wolves will need to watch out since the Rebels have now posted at least ten runs every time they've taken the field this season.
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