New Washington lost a close one when they played last Wednesday but unfortunately for them the loss they were handed on Thursday was a bit more commanding. They fell victim to a tough 12-2 defeat at the hands of the Trinity Lutheran Cougars. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs New Washington has scored all season.
For Trinity Lutheran's part, they got a great performance from Grace Lance as she struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits. Lance has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, DeAnna Rothert and Zoey Dulaney did most of the damage at the plate: Rothert went 2-for-3 with two runs, a triple, and a stolen base, while Dulaney scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. Dulaney has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. Addi Burcham was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-2.
New Washington has traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season. As for Trinity Lutheran, their victory bumped their record up to 9-4.
New Washington will head out on the road to face off against Austin at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Trinity Lutheran, they will challenge Crothersville at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Trinity Lutheran is facing Crothersville at the right time seeing as Crothersville is stuck on a seven-game losing streak.
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