White River Valley extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to eight on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-5 in the process. They lost 12-5 to the Clay City Eels. If the Wolverines were looking for revenge after losing 17-0 to the Eels when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
White River Valley saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kayla Pierce, who went 1-for-2 with one run and one double.
As for Clay City, they pushed their record up to 7-1 with the victory, which was their 12th straight on the road dating back to last season. Those road wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.4 runs on average over those games.
On Clay City's side, Lizzy Sinders was a major factor no matter where she played. She tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Sinders has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Faith Mitchell, who went 3-for-5 with three runs, two doubles, and one RBI. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in May of 2024. Abigale Shearer also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
White River Valley wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 15-1 defeat against Bloomington South on the 22nd. As for Clay City, they have also already played their next game, a 6-4 loss against Riverton Parke on the 22nd.
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