Cowan extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping their season record down to 6-12 in the process. They lost 9-1 to the New Castle Trojans. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Blackhawks of the 13-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
Candice Matson was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with three stolen bases and one run.
As for New Castle, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-7 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.8 runs on average over those games.
On New Castle's side, the team relied heavily on Baylie Chesher, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Those three hits gave Chesher a new career-high. Kattie Mathews was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases and three runs.
Looking ahead, Cowan will take on Madison-Grant in a tournament on Saturday. The Argylls will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something the Blackhawks surely won't give up without a fight. As for New Castle, they will challenge Daleville at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Trojans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Broncos have averaged an impressive 11.5 runs per game this season.
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