Wilber-Clatonia extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 9-9. They fell 11-6 to Blue River. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Wolverines of the 16-8 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2024.
Aria Polite was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Mollie Bates, who went 2-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
As for Blue River, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-5 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.3 runs on average over those games.
On Blue River's side, Abby Lindsley spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and three unearned) runs on ten hits and racked up eight Ks. Lindsley has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Olivia Adams was incredible, going 3-for-5 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in August. The team also got some help courtesy of Tayja Slonecker, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wilber-Clatonia will head out to face off against Syracuse at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Blue River, they will challenge Centennial at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Blue River's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Broncos have averaged an impressive 7.1 runs per game this season.
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