Darlington extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 17 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-6 in the process. They came up short against the Southwestern Wildcats, falling 9-2. The Redbirds were not able to make up for their defeat to the Wildcats from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
As for Southwestern, their win ended an eight-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-6. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Southwestern's part, Hailey Brant was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits (and only one walk). With that strong performance, Brant is now averaging an impressive 5.2 strikeouts per game. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season.
In other batting news, Abigail Foley was excellent, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, one run, and one double. That double was her first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Lauren Koeller, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Darlington is set to take on their familiar foe Riverdale at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Southwestern will face off against rival Cuba City at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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