Alpena extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-3. They came up short against the Cotter Warriors, falling 15-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Warriors this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-0 on Tuesday.
As for Cotter, they pushed their record up to 13-3 with the victory, which was their 12th straight on the road dating back to last season. The result was nothing new for the Warriors, who have now won ten matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
For Cotter's part, Myah McNutt made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). McNutt has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 15 consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs and one triple. Those three hits gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Gracyn Jackson was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with three RBI, one triple, and one run. Another player making a difference was Morgan Lipe, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Alpena will face off against Norfork at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Leopards' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 11.2 runs per game this season. As for Cotter, they will challenge Viola at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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