It was a good run, but Freedom unfortunately witnessed the end of their five-game winning streak on Saturday. They fell just short of the New London Bulldogs by a score of 5-4. Freedom was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as New London apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in June of 2023.
For New London's part, Kenna Mix and Ellie Winkelman were a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Mix tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Winkelman tossed five innings while giving up just one earned run off six hits. At bat, Mix scored a run while going 1-for-3, while Winkelman went 3-for-3 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
In other batting news, Scarlett Rathje was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Freedom's defeat ended an eight-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 15-4. As for New London, they are on a roll lately: they've won 13 of their last 15 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 17-3 record this season.
Freedom didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, an 11-3 victory vs. Appleton North on the 4th. As for New London, they will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against West De Pere at 4:30 p.m.
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