West Genesee extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 4-5 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-7 heartbreaker at the hands of the Rome Free Academy Black Knights. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Wildcats have suffered since April 22, 2024.
Emma Dickerson was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Kyra Lynch, who went 2-for-4 with three runs and one stolen base.
As for Rome Free Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-4 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.5 runs over those games.
On Rome Free Academy's side, Emelia Szymanski and Sophia Tosti dominated on the mound. Szymanski struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up five earned (and two unearned) runs off 13 hits (and only one walk), while Tosti pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Those nine strikeouts gave Szymanski a new career-high.
At the plate, Kenidee Campbell was incredible, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Gianna Greer was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base.
Coming up, West Genesee will welcome Liverpool at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Rome Free Academy, they will venture away from home to face off against Central Valley Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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