Luverne had lost three straight at home, but on Monday they dropped down to 8-10 to make it four. They came up short against the Zion Chapel Rebels, falling 17-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Tigers have suffered against the Rebels since April 30, 2024.
As for Zion Chapel, their victory bumped their record up to 3-11. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
For Zion Chapel's part, Sydney Boothe made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and only one walk). Boothe was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with three RBI, two runs, and one double.
In other batting news, Kaylee Hodge was incredible, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with three runs, four RBI, and one triple. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Charlotte Sanders was another key player, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with four runs and one stolen base.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Luverne will head out to challenge Andalusia at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Tigers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Bulldogs have averaged an impressive 7.6 runs per game this season. As for Zion Chapel, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Wicksburg at 5:00 p.m. on the 23rd.
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