Mercyhurst Prep is still looking for their season's first win. They lost 20-1 to the Fort LeBoeuf Bison on Tuesday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Mercyhurst Prep of the 15-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
For Fort LeBoeuf's part, Kiernan Skelton was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Skelton has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive pitching appearances. Skelton was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Ibree Rodgers was a standout: she went 4-for-5 with three runs, three doubles, and three RBI. Ryan Shields was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with five RBI, a triple, and a stolen base.
Mercyhurst Prep's defeat dropped their record down to 0-11. As for Fort LeBoeuf, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 14-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mercyhurst Prep will face off against Central Tech at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Fort LeBoeuf, they will head out on the road to take on West Middlesex at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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