It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Mt. Vernon ultimately got the result they hoped for on Monday. They came out on top against the New Castle Trojans by a score of 8-5. The win continues a trend for the Marauders in their matchups with the Trojans: they've now won seven in a row.
Emma Jenkins
| 04/21/25 @ New Castle | 3 |
| 05/18/24 vs Rising Sun | 2 |
| 04/16/25 vs Connersville | 1 |
| 04/14/25 @ Hamilton Southeastern | 1 |
| 05/22/24 vs Greenfield-Central | 1 |
Emma Jenkins was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two doubles, one run, and one RBI. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Mikayla Oger also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Mt. Vernon's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for New Castle, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-3 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mt. Vernon will challenge Frankton at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so the Marauders' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for New Castle, they will square off against Cambridge City Lincoln at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Trojans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Golden Eagles have averaged an impressive 9.3 runs per game this season.
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