Ashton-Franklin Center extended their losing streak to 14 on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 2-23 in the process. They came up short against the Serena Huskers, falling 13-2. If the Raiders were looking for revenge after losing 14-0 to the Huskers when the teams met back in March of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Natalee Vanatta made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base and one run. The team also got some help courtesy of Claire Freeman, who went 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
As for Serena, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-6 record this season. Considering they have won ten games by more than nine runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
On Serena's side, Cassie Walsh made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits (and only one walk). Those 12 strikeouts gave Walsh a new career-high. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of her four plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Serena got a massive performance out of RayElle Brennan, who went 2-for-5 with four RBI, two doubles, and one run. That's the most doubles Brennan has posted over her last 11 contests. Finley Brodbeck was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ashton-Franklin Center will challenge Morrison at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Serena, they will venture away from home to take on Somonauk at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Huskers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Bobcats have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season.
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