Kouts had lost five straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 2-4 to make it six. They took a 4-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Boone Grove Wolves. The Mustangs & Fillies were not able to make up for their loss to the Wolves from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
Reese Carden spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on seven hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Anna Overholt was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with two doubles and one run. Those doubles were her first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Sophia Tikalsky, who earned three stolen bases.
As for Boone Grove, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 4-7. That three run margin sets a new team best for them this season.
On Boone Grove's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Jordyn Botma gave up a run (which was unearned) on five hits and racked up 12 Ks.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Madison Kaufman, who went 1-for-3 with one home run. Another player making a difference was Mercedes Szakacs, who went 1-for-3 with one home run.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Kouts is set to take on their familiar foe Morgan Township at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Boone Grove will square off against rival Westville at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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