Mars extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to eight on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-2. They lost 16-0 to the Moon Area Tigers. The Fightin Planets were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Moon Area's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-2. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for they considering their two-run performance the game before.
For Moon Area's part, Mars' batters probably weren't too happy with Katie DeMarco, who pitched a no hitter and racked up 15 Ks (she gave up zero walks).
On the hitting side, Sydney Ray was a standout: she went 3-for-5 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Danica Bacu, who went 4-for-5 with three RBI and two runs.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mars will host Plum at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. As for Moon Area, they will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Union Area at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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