Gwinn and Ishpeming squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Gwinn had to settle for second. They lost 14-0 to the Ishpeming Hematites. Gwinn's loss continues a trend for the team, making it three in a row.
For Ishpeming's part, Payton Manninen was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 11 over five innings pitched. Manninen has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Manninen was also stellar in the batter's box, going 4-for-4 with a home run, six RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kadie Kaukola, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Lilly Swanson, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3.
Gwinn's defeat dropped their record down to 1-12. As for Ishpeming, their win bumped their record up to 15-12.
Gwinn does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Ishpeming, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Superior Central at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. Superior Central will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Ishpeming surely won't give up without a fight.
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