Monroe extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 22 on Friday, dropping them down to 0-4. They lost 16-1 to the Queen's Grant Stallions. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Redhawks of the 16-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
As for Queen's Grant, the win keeps them at an undefeated 4-0. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 13.0 runs this season.
For Queen's Grant's part, Addi Benton was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Benton has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
In other batting news, Nicole Strickland-Mitchell was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, six RBI, and two stolen bases. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high. Melissa Detweiler was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, two doubles, and one stolen base.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Monroe will head out to take on Parkwood at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Queen's Grant, they will venture away from home to face off against Union Prep Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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