Colton extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping them down to 1-3. They lost 26-4 to the Country Christian Cougars. The Vikings were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2025.
Clara Weinberg made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. That double was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Katelynn Kimsey, who went 1-for-2 with one home run.
As for Country Christian, their victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 4-2. That 22-run margin sets a new team best for them this season.
On Country Christian's side, Adelynn Smith spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on five hits and racked up 11 Ks. Smith has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts any time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Country Christian got a massive performance out of Ellie Rhoden, who got on base in five of her six plate appearances with five runs, four RBI, and one double. Those five runs gave Rhoden a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Keeley Dahlgren, who got on base in five of her six plate appearances with four runs, three RBI, and one stolen base.
Coming up, Colton will face off against Western Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Pioneers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 17.6 runs per game on average), something the Vikings will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Country Christian, they will take on Philomath at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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