The Christian Academy extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 3-7 in the process. They came up short against the Dock Mennonite Pioneers, falling 17-3. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against Dock Mennonite this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-0 on April 2nd.
Tori Townsend made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 1-for-1 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season.
As for Dock Mennonite, their record is now 5-3. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five contests by 11 runs or more this season.
On Dock Mennonite's side, Avery Kutzner made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off two hits (and only one walk). Kutzner has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Nora Osifchin, who fired off four doubles, four RBI, and two runs while going 4-for-5. Taelyn Landis was another key player, going 1-for-4 with one home run and three RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. The Christian Academy will head out to take on King's Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Dock Mennonite, they will venture away from home to challenge Calvary Christian Academy at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. The Pioneers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cougars have averaged an impressive 6.4 runs per game this season.
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