Knob Noster extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Monday, dropping them down to 0-3. They came up short against the St. Michael the Archangel Guardians, falling 19-1. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Panthers of the 6-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2024.
As for St. Michael the Archangel, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 6-2. Considering they have won five contests by more than 11 runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
For St. Michael the Archangel's part, Sophie Young was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She tossed five innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. Young has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Samantha Dorsch was a standout: she got on base in four of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Marjorie Hotop, who went 2-for-3 with four runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Knob Noster will challenge Holden at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for St. Michael the Archangel, they will welcome Notre Dame de Sion at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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