Ashton-Franklin Center was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell victim to a tough 15-5 loss at the hands of the Eastland Cougars. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Ashton-Franklin Center of the 22-3 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
Natalee Vanatta was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-3. Kylie Mershon was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
Ashton-Franklin Center's loss dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Eastland, they pushed their record up to 5-1 with that victory, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ashton-Franklin Center will take on South Beloit at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Ashton-Franklin Center is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7 runs per game this season. As for Eastland, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Forreston at 4:30 p.m. Eastland is facing Forreston at the right time seeing as Forreston is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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