East Jordan is still looking for their season's first win. They lost 10-2 to the Elk Rapids Elks on Thursday. One positive for East Jordan, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
For Elk Rapids' part, Rhielynn Skrocki was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits (and only one walk). Skrocki has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive pitching appearances. Skrocki was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Brooke Fluty was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Haleigh Yocom was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
East Jordan's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Elk Rapids, the win was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 13-1-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. East Jordan will take on Kalkaska at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Elk Rapids, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Grayling at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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