Lincoln's game on Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 4-3 win over the Denison-Schleswig Monarchs. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Lynx as it put an end to their seven-game losing streak.
Jocelyn Ridder spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and one unearned) runs on three hits and racked up 12 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive appearances.
Mallory Townstead
| 07/08/25 @ Denison-Schleswig | 3 |
| 06/20/25 @ Glenwood | 2 |
| 06/12/25 @ Sioux City West | 2 |
| 06/10/25 vs Le Mars | 2 |
| 05/30/25 vs Sioux City West | 2 |
On the hitting side, Mallory Townstead was excellent, going 3-for-4 with one triple and one run. Those three hits gave her a new career-high.
Lincoln's win bumped their record up to 6-28. As for Denison-Schleswig, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-18 record this season.
Lincoln and Denison-Schleswig are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Lynx will challenge Sioux City North at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Denison-Schleswig, they will take on Glenwood on Thursday.
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