Bethlehem Academy couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell 10-5 to the Kenyon-Wanamingo Knights on Thursday. Bethlehem Academy was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Kenyon-Wanamingo apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
For Kenyon-Wanamingo's part, Josie Flom made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off seven hits. Flom was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Vanessa Bartel was a standout: she scored two runs while going 3-for-4. Ivette Mendoza was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
Bethlehem Academy will head out on the road to take on Maple River at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Bethlehem Academy is looking to tack on another W to their four-game streak on the road dating back to last season. As for Kenyon-Wanamingo, they will be playing at home against Southland at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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