Mishawaka Marian extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 5-17 in the process. They lost 16-0 to the South Bend Riley Wildcats. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Knights of the 10-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
As for South Bend Riley, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-9 record this season. The result was nothing new for South Bend Riley, who have now won ten matches by ten runs or more so far this season.
For South Bend Riley's part, ELLIANA GONZALES made a splash no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts GONZALES has posted since back in April. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with four RBI and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on RACHEL HUNT, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was CHLOE WHITMER, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and two runs.
While Mishawaka Marian had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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