Batavia extended their losing streak to seven on Monday, dropping their season record down to 4-10 in the process. They lost 13-2 to the New Richmond Lions. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Lions this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 23-3 on April 9th.
As for New Richmond, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-3 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.7 runs over those games.
For New Richmond's part, Izzie Carroll made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she tossed four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits. Carroll has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Piper Willis, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs and four RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. Isabelle Rae Hartigan was another key player, going 3-for-4 with four runs, one double, and one RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Batavia will venture away from home to challenge Wyoming at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for New Richmond, they will head out to face off against Clermont Northeastern at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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