Franklin extended their losing streak to four on Monday, dropping their season record down to 6-8 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-0 heartbreaker at the hands of the Marshall Barristers. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Panthers have suffered since May 13, 2024.
As for Marshall, the win got them back to even at 7-7. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last five times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
For Marshall's part, not much got past Alyana Mendoza, who gave up just three hits to keep Franklin off the board.
On the hitting side, Marshall's victory was truly a team effort as four different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Elaine Reynoso, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and one double. Another was Jolie Evans, who went 1-for-2 with one triple.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Franklin will face off against Bravo at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Knights have averaged an impressive 10.3 runs per game this season. As for Marshall, they will take on Wilson at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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