Ponca extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping them down to 9-17. They came up short against NEN, falling 8-0. If the Indians were looking for revenge after losing 12-0 to NEN when the teams met back in October of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for NEN, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-9 record this season. The result was nothing new for NEN, who have now won ten games by six runs or more so far this season.
For NEN's part, Anna Jacobs made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit over five innings pitched. Jacobs has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in August.
In other batting news, Riley Ross was incredible, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, one triple, and two RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since September 2nd. Karlie Rutar was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Ponca will head out to challenge Boone Central at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for NEN, they will face off against North Bend Central at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Tigers will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each matchup than the last.
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