Aquinas had lost nine straight on the road, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 2-17 to make it ten. They came up short against the Maplewood Rockets, falling 19-2. Having soared to a lofty 11 runs in the game before, the Knights couldn't push the score so high this time.
Aquinas saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Eleana Falkner, who went 1-for-3 with one run and one double.
As for Maplewood, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-4 record this season. Considering they have won 12 contests by more than five runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
On Maplewood's side, Emily Perline and Addison Marker made a big impact no matter where they played. Throwing, Perline struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Meanwhile, Marker tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. At bat, Perline went 1-for-3 with two runs and two RBI, while Marker went 2-for-3 with three RBI, one triple, and one run. That's the most runs Perline has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Lauran Krieg was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs and four RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. Paige Clower also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Aquinas will host Garfield at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Maplewood, they will face off against Columbiana at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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