Bellmont extended their losing streak to five on Wednesday, dropping them down to 2-7. They lost 9-3 to the Norwell Knights. The Braves were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Knights apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2025.
Izzy Isch made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with one home run and two RBI. Onalee Krueckeberg was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one run and one double.
As for Norwell, their win bumped their record up to 7-1. Considering they have won five matchups by more than five runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
On Norwell's side, Kayla Watkins spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on ten hits and racked up seven Ks. Watkins has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Norwell got a massive performance out of Mia Kurtz, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases and three runs. That's the most stolen bases Kurtz has posted since back in April of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Abby Wagner, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Coming up, Bellmont will face off against South Adams at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Norwell, they will welcome Leo at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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