Monday just wasn't the day for Marcellus's offense. They lost 23-0 to the Mendon Hornets on Monday. The loss continues a trend for Marcellus in their matchups with Mendon: they've now lost nine in a row.
For Mendon's part, Ally Butler made a big impact no matter where she played. She pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Butler has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in eight consecutive pitching appearances. Butler was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Kaidee Gonser was incredible, going 3-for-3 with six RBI, three runs, and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Brielle Bailey, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, five RBI, and two runs.
Marcellus' defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 6-4. As for Mendon, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 26-3.
Marcellus will be playing in front of their home fans against Cassopolis at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Mendon, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Pittsford at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Mendon is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 12.3 runs per game this season.
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