While Dover's win against Strasburg-Franklin wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Crimson Tornadoes had just enough and edged out the Tigers 3-1. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 12-0 two weeks ago.
Jenna Molk was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 15 over five innings pitched. She has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in seven consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one home run.
In other pitching news, Kara Lint looked comfortable as she tossed two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.
Back at the plate, Avery Contini was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season.
Crimson Tornadoes
| 04/22/25 @ Strasburg-Franklin | 3-1 |
| 04/16/25 @ Ashland | 14-0 |
| 04/12/25 @ Watkins Memorial | 3-1 |
| 04/12/25 @ Miamisburg | 10-0 |
| 04/01/25 @ New Philadelphia | 7-2 |
| + 2 more games |
Dover's victory was their seventh straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 14-2. Those road wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 0.9 runs on average over those games. As for Strasburg-Franklin, their defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 8-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Dover will host Indian Valley at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Crimson Tornadoes are facing the Braves at the right time seeing as the Braves are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Strasburg-Franklin, they will be playing at home against Buckeye Trail at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Tigers will also cruise into their next matchup with the timing on their side: the Warriors will have lost three straight heading into Wednesday's contest.
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