Manchester had lost ten straight on the road, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 2-19 to make it 11. They lost 10-2 to the Marion County Eagles. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 18-1 back in August.
Manchester saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Armonie Cooper, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base.
As for Marion County, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-5 record this season. Considering they have won ten matches by more than seven runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
On Marion County's side, Addie Underwood made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits (and not a single walk). Underwood has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs and two RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in August.
In other batting news, Jenny Addison was excellent, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Bella Murray, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Manchester will host St. Anne-Pacelli at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Blue Devils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Vikings have averaged an impressive 7.9 runs per game this season. As for Marion County, they will welcome Rutland at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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