Cloverleaf extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 3-8 in the process. They lost 13-1 to the Springfield Spartans. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Colts of the 10-5 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
As for Springfield, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last eight matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-4 record this season. The result was nothing new for Springfield, who have now won six games by eight runs or more so far this season.
For Springfield's part, Lilli Stokes spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up six Ks. Stokes has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Springfield got a massive performance out of Melaena Martin, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and one double. That's the most RBI Martin has posted since back in May of 2024. Kendall Wilderman also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Cloverleaf is set to face off against their familiar foe Coventry at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Springfield will challenge rival Streetsboro at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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