Steel Valley extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 2-10 in the process. They lost 17-4 to the McGuffey Highlanders. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Highlanders this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-0 two weeks ago.
As for McGuffey, their victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 10-5. The result was nothing new for the Highlanders, who have now won eight matches by eight runs or more so far this season.
For McGuffey's part, Makenna Crothers made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Crothers has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Mackenzie Shrader, who went 2-for-4 with four RBI, one run, and one double. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Nicole Klages, who went 2-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base.
Steel Valley does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for McGuffey, they will host Waynesburg Central at 4:15 p.m. on May 7.
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