Putnam County extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 13-14 in the process. They came up short against the Marquette Crusaders, falling 10-4. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Crusaders this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 11-1 last Tuesday.
As for Marquette, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last eight matches. That somehow still isn't as good as their 20-6 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 14 contests by six runs or more this season.
For Marquette's part, Taylor Cuchra and Makayla Backos did most of the damage at the plate: Cuchra went 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs, while Backos went 2-for-4 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run. That's the most doubles Backos has posted since back in April. Hunter Hopkins was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Putnam County will square off against Henry-Senachwine at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Marquette, they will take on Midland at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Crusaders are facing the Timberwolves at the right time seeing as the Timberwolves are stuck on a 15-game losing streak.
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