Westland had lost 12 straight on the road, but on Monday they dropped down to 4-17 to make it 13. They came up short against the Whetstone Braves, falling 20-10. The Cougars were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Braves apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2025.
Abby Cochran made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. Audrey Alves was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base.
As for Whetstone, they moved to 10-11 with that win, which also ended their six-game losing streak. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won ten games by ten runs or more this season.
On Whetstone's side, Gabby Millane spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and six unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Brooklyn Brauner and Elizabeth Patras did most of the damage at the plate: Brauner went 3-for-5 with one home run, three stolen bases, and three runs, while Patras went 3-for-5 with three stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Those three hits gave Patras a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Sophie Schroeder, who went 2-for-5 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Westland will host Hayes at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Pacers' pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so the Cougars' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Whetstone, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Mifflin at 5:00 p.m.
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