Ludlow extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 8-15. They lost 19-1 to the Villa Madonna Vikings. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Vikings this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-8 two weeks ago.
Ludlow saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Shelby Ralston, who went 1-for-2 with one triple.
As for Villa Madonna, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-11 record this season. Considering they have won 11 matchups by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
On Villa Madonna's side, Cam Kratzer made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits (and only one walk). Kratzer has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 16 consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, seven RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits she has posted since back in May of 2025.
In other batting news, Villa Madonna got a massive performance out of Charlotte Pinkiewicz, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and one RBI. That's the most runs Pinkiewicz has posted over her last nine games. Bree Brown was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ludlow will welcome Calvary Christian at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Villa Madonna, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Beechwood at 5:30 p.m.
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