Mount Mercy Academy extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 5-4 in the process. They lost 22-0 to the St. Mary's Lancers. The matchup marked the first time this year in which the Magic were not able to get on the board.
As for St. Mary's, the win (which was their seventh in a row) raised their record to 8-3. Considering they have won six games by more than nine runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
For St. Mary's part, the team relied heavily on Lauren Payne, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. Payne also put up a stolen base, which was her first of the season. Danielle Spiegel was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs and three RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mount Mercy Academy will square off against Nardin Academy at 5:15 p.m. on Monday. As for St. Mary's, they will host Mount St. Mary Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The last three games the Thunder have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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