Lynnwood extended their losing streak to 13 on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 1-15 in the process. They lost 17-0 to the Meadowdale Mavericks. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mavericks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 22-5 two weeks ago.
As for Meadowdale, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-9. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 5 runs in those games.
For Meadowdale's part, Payton Aldridge was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Aldridge has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one walk in seven consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs, two doubles, and one RBI. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Madison Mitchell was a standout: she got on base in four of her five plate appearances with three runs, two RBI, and one double. She continues to improve, besting her previous run total in each of the last three games she's played. Samantha Martens was another key player, going 1-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple.
Looking ahead, Lynnwood will look to defend their home field on Friday against Mariner at 4:00 p.m. The Marauders have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 18.55 runs per game on average), something the Royals will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Meadowdale, they will head out on the road to square off against Shorecrest at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The Mavericks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Scots have averaged an impressive 7.7 runs per game this season.
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