Edgerton extended their losing streak to seven on Monday, dropping their season record down to 1-10 in the process. They lost 14-0 to the Jefferson Eagles. If the Crimson Tide were looking for revenge after losing 11-1 to the Eagles when the teams met back in May of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Jefferson, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 12-2. Considering they have won eight games by more than six runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
For Jefferson's part, Hildie Dempsey and Bre Mengel were major factors no matter where they played. Throwing, Dempsey pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Meanwhile, Mengel pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Dempsey has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up a single earned run in seven consecutive appearances. At bat, Dempsey went 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base, while Mengel went 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ashlyn Enke, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and one double. Aeryn Messmann was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two doubles, one run, and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Edgerton will host Clinton at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The last four games the Cougars have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Jefferson, they will be playing at home against Monroe at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (the Eagles have won three straight at home, while the Cheesemakers won five straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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