Fort Plain extended their losing streak to four on Monday, dropping their season record down to 1-5 in the process. They lost 9-1 to the Fonda-Fultonville Valley Hawks. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Hilltoppers of the 16-9 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
As for Fonda-Fultonville, the win got them back to even at 2-2. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Fonda-Fultonville's part, Grace Furnare was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Furnare has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two RBI and one double. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in May of 2024.
In other batting news, Taylre Watterson and Harper Huckans did most of the damage at the plate: Watterson went a perfect 4-for-4 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run, while Huckans went 2-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and one stolen base. Those three RBI gave Watterson a new career-high. Ellana Dineen also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen bases of the season.
Looking ahead, Fort Plain will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Canajoharie at 4:30 p.m. The Hilltoppers are facing the Cougars at the right time seeing as the Cougars are stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Fonda-Fultonville, they will face off against Schoharie at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Valley Hawks will also cruise into their next match with the timing on their side: the Storm will have lost three straight heading into Wednesday's game.
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