The Port Clinton Redskins will head out to take on the Vermilion Sailors at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Tuesday just wasn't the day for Port Clinton's offense. They came up short against Ross on Tuesday, falling 10-0. The matchup marked the first time this year in which the Redskins were not able to get on the board.
Meanwhile, Vermilion was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They lost 17-5 to St. Joseph Academy.
Abby Gawry and Sarah Beck did some serious damage despite the final result: Gawry went 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double, while Beck went a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. That run was Beck's first of the season.
Port Clinton has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season. As for Vermilion, their loss dropped their record down to 0-5.
Vermilion's hitters will have their work cut out for them on Wednesday. Port Clinton has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 10 strikeouts per game. It's a different story for Vermilion, though, as they've been averaging only 1.2 strikeouts. Will Port Clinton keep running through batters, or will the Sailors buck the trend?
Port Clinton beat Vermilion 5-2 in their previous matchup back in April of 2024. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Redskins since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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