Augusta extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 4-4 in the process. They came up short against the Stanley-Boyd Orioles, falling 8-2. If the Beavers were looking for revenge after losing 3-0 to the Orioles when the teams met back in May of 2023, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Augusta saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Rilee Bethke, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base. That stolen base was Bethke's first of the season.
As for Stanley-Boyd, their win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 8-1. Considering they have won six games by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
On Stanley-Boyd's side, Caitlen Ketterhagen made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits while striking out 11 over six innings pitched. Ketterhagen has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Augusta will face off against Cadott at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Stanley-Boyd, they will challenge Thorp at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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