Mercer County extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 13-13 in the process. They lost 6-0 to the Assumption Rockets. The game marked the first time this season in which the Titans were not able to get on the board.
Mercer County saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jaley Bowman, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base.
As for Assumption, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 25-8 record this season. Considering they have won ten matches by more than five runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
On Assumption's side, Lauren Satterly was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out nine over seven innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts Satterly has posted since back in April. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, two doubles, and one stolen base.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Maleya Giddens, who went 3-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. Paige Crain also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mercer County will venture away from home to square off against Marion County at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Assumption, they will head out to face off against Anderson County at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bearcats will roll in looking for their 14th straight win, something the Rockets surely won't give up without a fight.
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