Salem has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging 3.33 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Monday. They lost 15-8 to Marion. The defeat continues a trend for Salem in their meetings with Marion: they've now lost five in a row.
Jaelyn Keller made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Mya Russell, who went 2-for-4 with two runs and one double.
Salem's loss dropped their record down to 20-4. As for Marion, their win was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 21-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Salem will host Mattoon at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Marion, they will square off against Centralia at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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