North Star was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. They lost 15-0 to the Curwensville Golden Tide. That's two games in a row now that North Star has lost by exactly 15 runs.
For Curwensville's part, Addison Siple was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Siple has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Siple was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-3 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI.
In other batting news, Ava Olosky was a standout: she scored two runs while going 2-for-3. Addison Butler was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-3.
North Star's defeat dropped their record down to 1-12. As for Curwensville, their win was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 10-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. North Star is on the road again on Monday to play Bedford at 4:30 p.m. Bedford will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something North Star surely won't give up without a fight. As for Curwensville, they will head out on the road to take on Purchase Line at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Curwensville's pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so Purchase Line's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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