Montello extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-10-1 in the process. They came up short against the Markesan Hornets, falling 15-0. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Hornets this season, with their most recent loss being a 17-1 defeat two weeks ago.
As for Markesan, their record is now 3-5-2. Considering they have won three games by more than 14 runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Markesan's part, Hannah Stellmacher made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out eight over four innings pitched. Stellmacher has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with three RBI, one triple, and one run. That triple marked the first that she has hit this season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ali Kirker, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Samantha Minnema, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Looking ahead, Montello will venture away from home to take on Cambria-Friesland at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Cambria-Friesland will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something Montello surely won't give up without a fight. As for Markesan, they will welcome Johnson Creek at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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