Cerro Gordo/Bement had to skate by with only a two-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 15-run drubbing they dealt Decatur Eisenhower on Monday. The Broncos put the hurt on the Panthers with a sharp 15-0 win. That's more bragging rights for the Broncos, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Mya Durbin was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out six over four innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, Cerro Gordo/Bement got a massive performance out of Hunter Malone, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. That's the most runs Malone has posted since back in May of 2024. Maddie Gant also deserves some recognition as she hit her first triple of the season.
Cerro Gordo/Bement always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .562. They are 4-1 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Cerro Gordo/Bement's record is now 5-15. As for Decatur Eisenhower, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-14.
Looking ahead, Cerro Gordo/Bement will host Cumberland at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Decatur Eisenhower, they will head out to square off against Lincoln at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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