Medford was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They fell just short of the Kenyon-Wanamingo Knights by a score of 4-3. Medford was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Kenyon-Wanamingo apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
For Kenyon-Wanamingo's part, Josie Flom made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits. Flom has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings every time she's pitched this season. Flom was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a triple, a run, and a double.
Flom wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Chloe Donkers, who went 1-for-2 with a double.
Medford's loss dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Kenyon-Wanamingo, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 5-3 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Medford will take on United South Central at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Kenyon-Wanamingo, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Bethlehem Academy at 4:30 p.m.
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