Holcomb extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to nine on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-7 in the process. They lost 16-1 to the Spearville Lancers. The Longhorns were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Lancers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
As for Spearville, they pushed their record up to 9-2 with the victory, which was their fifth straight at home. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight matches by seven runs or more this season.
For Spearville's part, Madison McGee made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. McGee has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, earning three RBI, three runs, and one stolen base. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March of 2024.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Cheyenne Ackerman, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. Gracie Burch was another key player, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Spearville beat Holcomb by a score of 15-5 later that day.
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