Monona Grove extended their losing streak to eight on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 5-12 in the process. They came up short against the Fort Atkinson Blackhawks, falling 13-4. Silver Eagles fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team's lost against the Blackhawks since on Tuesday.
Kaleia Knothe was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Cathryn Zegadlo, who went 1-for-2 with one double and one RBI.
As for Fort Atkinson, their victory bumped their record up to 6-10. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Fort Atkinson's side, Mia Bilau spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on four hits.
At the plate, Fort Atkinson let Olivia Rue and Olivia Knickrehm run wild. Rue went 2-for-3 with five RBI, two runs, and one double, while Knickrehm went 3-for-5 with three runs, two doubles, and two RBI. That's the most runs Knickrehm has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Kinley Wargolet, who went 2-for-5 with two runs and one stolen base.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Monona Grove will challenge Beaver Dam at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Silver Eagles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Golden Beavers have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Fort Atkinson, they will head out to take on Oregon at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers will roll in looking for their 18th straight win, something the Blackhawks surely won't give up without a fight.
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