St. Francis extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 5-12 in the process. They lost 15-5 to the Living Word Lutheran Timberwolves. The Mariners were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Timberwolves earlier this season, when they won 15-10.
As for Living Word Lutheran, their victory ended a six-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-12. Considering their hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
For Living Word Lutheran's part, Payton Bloomier made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single hit and allowing only one earned run while striking out 11 over six innings pitched. Bloomier has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in five consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 4-for-5 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run.
In other batting news, Living Word Lutheran got a massive performance out of Ava Paape, who went 4-for-5 with one home run, four runs, and three RBI. Lilly Dykema was another key player, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Looking ahead, St. Francis will challenge Lake Country Lutheran at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Living Word Lutheran, they will be playing at home against Catholic Central at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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