Markesan was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 15-2 to the Pardeeville Bulldogs, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Markesan of the 15-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on Friday.
For Pardeeville's part, Preston Jenkins was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched. Jenkins was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Tyler Farber was a standout: he scored two runs while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Nick Sween, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3.
Markesan's loss dropped their record down to 5-8. As for Pardeeville, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 9-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Markesan will face off against Lomira at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Pardeeville, they will head out on the road to challenge Central Wisconsin Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Pardeeville is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.5 runs per game this season.
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