Bethel extended their losing streak to four on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 1-8 in the process. They came up short against the Bunnell Bulldogs, falling 13-1. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since April 30, 2021, but that streak is no more.
As for Bunnell, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-5 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.6 runs over those games.
For Bunnell's part, Leilani Navarro made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and only one walk). Navarro has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Bella Caramanica was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with four stolen bases, three RBI, and one run. Those four stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Elisa Cabrera was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bethel will host Brookfield at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Bobcats have averaged an impressive 9.4 runs per game this season. As for Bunnell, they will face off against Weston at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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