Malvern extended their losing streak to ten on Monday, dropping them down to 3-13. They came up short against the Newcomerstown Trojans, falling 18-1. The Hornets were not able to make up for their loss to the Trojans from their previous meeting back in April of 2025.
As for Newcomerstown, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 6-4. The result was nothing new for the Trojans, who have now won five games by ten runs or more so far this season.
For Newcomerstown's part, Makayla McConnell made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. McConnell has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three runs.
In other batting news, Makenzi McConnell was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in March of 2025. Brandi Morris was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Looking ahead, Malvern will take on Hiland at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Newcomerstown, they will challenge Sandy Valley at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Trojans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cardinals have averaged an impressive 10.1 runs per game this season.
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