Lapel extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 4-5. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Mt. Vernon Marauders. The Bulldogs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Marauders apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
Ava Zdanowski spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and one unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Paige Stires made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two runs and one double.
As for Mt. Vernon, with the win, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 5-7. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since May 24, 2025.
On Mt. Vernon's side, they also let their pitcher toss all eight innings and she was also dialed-in: Amelia Anderson gave up only one earned (and one unearned) run on seven hits and racked up 15 Ks. Anderson has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 11 consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Norah Pierce was excellent, going 1-for-4 with one home run and two RBI. Those two RBI gave her a new career-high.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Lapel will venture away from home to take on New Castle at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Trojans have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.67 runs per game on average), something the Bulldogs will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Mt. Vernon, they will head out on the road to challenge Fishers at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Marauders' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Tigers have averaged an impressive 7.8 runs per game this season.
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