Sadly, Keenan is still looking for their first win of the season after six matchups. Their rough 17-3 defeat to the Columbia Capitals on Wednesday might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Keenan of the 28-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
For Columbia's part, Ranyya Goldsmith made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned run or hits (and only one walk). Goldsmith has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Goldsmith was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Ma?Khari Jones was a standout: she scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. Jones is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's stolen at least one every time she's taken the field this season. Madison Butler was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and a stolen base.
Keenan's defeat dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Columbia, the win got them back to even at 4-4.
Keenan does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Columbia, they will be playing at home against Eau Claire at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Columbia is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 19.8 runs per game this season.
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