Carrollton had lost 14 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 1-18 to make it 15. They came up short against the Michigan Lutheran Seminary Cardinals, falling 19-0. Unfortunately, that's the fourth time they've come up short against the Cardinals this season, with their most recent loss being a 16-0 defeat on Friday.
As for Michigan Lutheran Seminary, the win was the seventh in a row for them, bringing their record up to 22-8. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 16 contests by six runs or more this season.
For Michigan Lutheran Seminary's part, Kerin Gardner was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Gardner has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Makayla Roth was excellent, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI and one run. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high. Emily Laupichler was another key player, earning one RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Looking ahead, Carrollton will face off against Ithaca at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Cavaliers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Yellowjackets have averaged an impressive 6.7 runs per game this season. As for Michigan Lutheran Seminary, they will take on Hemlock at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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