New Washington extended their losing streak to ten on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 2-13 in the process. They lost 17-2 to the Christian Academy Warriors. The Mustangs were not able to make up for their defeat to the Warriors from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
As for Christian Academy, their victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 8-7. The home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.5 runs over those games.
For Christian Academy's part, Jolynn Lawyer was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits (and not a single walk). Lawyer was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with four runs, two doubles, and one stolen base. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Natalie McKain was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one triple. Another player making a difference was Gleason Mikesell, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with four RBI and two runs.
New Washington and Christian Academy are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Mustangs will square off against West Washington at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Christian Academy, they will challenge Rock Creek Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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