New Haven was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their 15th straight loss. They lost 24-4 to the Bellmont Braves. The result was an unpleasant reminder to New Haven of the 19-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Bellmont's part, Bella Ashley and Makenzie Mankey were a major factor while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Ashley tossed 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Mankey tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. At the plate, Ashley went 3-for-5 with three RBI, two doubles, and a triple, while Mankey scored two runs while going 2-for-2.
In other batting news, Emily Bleke was incredible, firing off two home runs, 12 RBI, and five runs while going 4-for-5. Another player making a difference was Ella Franze, who scored three runs while going 1-for-3.
New Haven's loss dropped their record down to 1-20. As for Bellmont, their victory bumped their record up to 9-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. New Haven will take on Adams Central at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Adams Central is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.4 runs per game this season. As for Bellmont, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Fort Wayne Bishop Luers at 5:00 p.m. Bellmont's pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so Fort Wayne Bishop Luers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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