Memorial extended their losing streak to 15 on Monday, dropping their season record down to 1-15 in the process. They came up short against the Mineral Ridge Rams, falling 14-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Rams this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-2 back in April.
As for Mineral Ridge, they are on a roll lately: they've won 13 of their last 15 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 17-4 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.6 runs on average over those games.
For Mineral Ridge's part, Xavier Klamer was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Klamer was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.
In other pitching news, Christian Dunlap looked comfortable as he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
Back at the plate, Dom Balestrino was incredible, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. AJ Sandy was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Looking ahead, Memorial will take on Brookfield in a tournament on Friday. As for Mineral Ridge, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Columbiana at 5:00 p.m.
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