Newman can finally bid farewell to their eight-game losing streak thanks to their game on Thursday. They had just enough and edged the Marathon Red Raiders out 8-6. Newman's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Ashley Jankowski spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and two unearned) runs on 11 hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings every time she's pitched this season.
At the plate, Newman saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Ava Sukanen, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Lily Shields, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
Newman's win ended a 12-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-11. As for Marathon, they have been struggling recently as they've lost ten of their last 12 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-13 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Newman will square off against Prentice at 4:45 p.m. on Friday. Prentice is coming into the contest with six straight defeats at home, meaning Newman will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Marathon, they will head out on the road to face off against Phillips at 4:45 p.m. on Friday.
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