Monson extended their losing streak to six on Monday, dropping their season record down to 4-7 in the process. They lost 8-2 to the Longmeadow Lancers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Lancers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-11 back in April.
As for Longmeadow, their victory was their fifth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 8-7. The home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.6 runs over those games.
For Longmeadow's part, Livia Kelly spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on seven hits. Kelly has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Carly Metzler and Isabella Blue did most of the damage at the plate: Metzler went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI, while Blue went 3-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI. That stolen base marked the first that Metzler has snagged this season. Lexi Winkler was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Monson will take on Ludlow at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Longmeadow, they will square off against Pope Francis Prep at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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