Warsaw was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They lost 8-1 to the Avon Braves. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Warsaw of the 7-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Thursday.
For Avon's part, Jessie Crye was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 17 over seven innings pitched. Crye has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings every time she's pitched this season. Crye was also big at the plate, scoring three runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kyleigh DeRider, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3. Sarah Dioguardi was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
Warsaw's defeat dropped their record down to 8-10. As for Avon, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven matches, which provided a nice bump to their 13-4 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Warsaw will face off against Caledonia-Mumford at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Caledonia-Mumford is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.2 runs per game this season. As for Avon, they will head out on the road to square off against Perry at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Perry is coming into the matchup with four straight losses at home, meaning Avon will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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